Kinds of risks associated with the handling of the material..
| Level | Code | Display | Definition |
| 1 | AGG | aggressive |
A danger that can be associated with certain living subjects, including humans.
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| 1 | BIO | Biological |
The dangers associated with normal biological materials. I.e. potential risk of unknown infections. Routine biological materials from living subjects.
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| 1 | COR | Corrosive |
Material is corrosive and may cause severe injury to skin, mucous membranes and eyes. Avoid any unprotected contact.
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| 1 | ESC | Escape Risk |
The entity is at risk for escaping from containment or control.
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| 1 | IFL | inflammable |
Material is highly inflammable and in certain mixtures (with air) may lead to explosions. Keep away from fire, sparks and excessive heat.
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| 2 | EXP | explosive |
Material is an explosive mixture. Keep away from fire, sparks, and heat.
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| 1 | INF | infectious |
Material known to be infectious with human pathogenic microorganisms. Those who handle this material must take precautions for their protection.
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| 2 | BHZ | biohazard |
Material contains microorganisms that is an environmental hazard. Must be handled with special care.
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| 1 | INJ | injury hazard |
Material is solid and sharp (e.g., cannulas). Dispose in hard container.
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| 1 | POI | poison |
Material is poisonous to humans and/or animals. Special care must be taken to avoid incorporation, even of small amounts.
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| 1 | RAD | radioactive |
Material is a source for ionizing radiation and must be handled with special care to avoid injury of those who handle it and to avoid environmental hazards.
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