05 / Handling Hazardous Substances

Globally Harmonised System (GHS)

The GHS is a single worldwide system for classifying and communicating the hazardous properties of industrial and consumer chemicals.

These symbols are important as they warn the user of the key risks with using and handling that substance. The symbols can be found on the packaging of any hazardous substances. Substances used during your work should already be assessed as part of a hazardous substance assessment.