Health & Safety ProgramsQuestion 96 of 100
Why is it important to keep containers of hazardous chemicals properly labeled?
a.So workers can identify the contents and hazards and take proper precautions
b.For decoration
c.To increase the price
d.To make them heavier
Explanation
Proper labeling ensures workers can quickly identify a chemical and its hazards so they can handle, store, and dispose of it safely. Labels must include the product identifier, signal word, hazard statements, and pictograms. Unlabeled or mislabeled containers are a serious and common violation.
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