Lab Symbols

What symbol is this?

• Chemical Hazard:

  This picture of a spill shows that the material could be dangerous. Be careful to avoid spills, and ask an adult to help clean up if there is a spill.

• Biological Hazard:

  This symbol is placed on equipment, such as refrigerators or cabinets, that may contain biohazards, such as blood samples or toxins.

• Irritant:

  The material could harm your skin, and you should wear gloves whenever you use it.

What symbol is this?

• Chemical Hazard:

  This picture of a spill shows that the material could be dangerous. Be careful to avoid spills, and ask an adult to help clean up if there is a spill.

• Irritant:

  The material could harm your skin, and you should wear gloves whenever you use it.

• Sharp Object:

  This might be placed on a box or equipment cabinet to show that sharp objects are inside, and to be careful to not cut yourself.

What symbol is this?

• Sharp Object:

  This might be placed on a box or equipment cabinet to show that sharp objects are inside, and to be careful to not cut yourself.

• Biological Hazard:

  This symbol is placed on equipment, such as refrigerators or cabinets, that may contain biohazards, such as blood samples or toxins.

• Irritant:

  The material could harm your skin, and you should wear gloves whenever you use it.

What symbol is this?

• Chemical Hazard:

  This picture of a spill shows that the material could be dangerous. Be careful to avoid spills, and ask an adult to help clean up if there is a spill.

• Sharp Object:

  This might be placed on a box or equipment cabinet to show that sharp objects are inside, and to be careful to not cut yourself

• Electrical

  This image of an electrical cord (or sometimes a lightning bolt), shows where electrical equipment may be, so you can be aware of the dangers

What symbol is this?

• Disposal

  This image, which says no to garbage, indicates that the material can NOT be thrown away in the regular garbage. Check the label for information on how to dispose of it.

• Animal Safety:

  This image of indicates that animals may be present in the lab. Care should be taken for their safety, and also for the humans who are working with them.

• Extreme Temperature:

  The oven mitt symbol indicates that you need protection when handling the item, as it may be very hot (or cold)

What symbol is this?

• Electrical:

  This image of an electrical cord (or sometimes a lightning bolt), shows where electrical equipment may be, so you can be aware of the dangers

• Disposal:

  This image, which says no to garbage, indicates that the material can NOT be thrown away in the regular garbage. Check the label for information on how to dispose of it.

• Extreme Temperature:

  The oven mitt symbol indicates that you need protection when handling the item, as it may be very hot (or cold)

What symbol is this?

• Disposal:

  This image, which says no to garbage, indicates that the material can NOT be thrown away in the regular garbage. Check the label for information on how to dispose of it.

• Animal Safety:

  This image of indicates that animals may be present in the lab. Care should be taken for their safety, and also for the humans who are working with them.

• Fume Hazard:

  This symbol cautions you that certain chemicals may create fumes that can be dangerous to breathe. Be sure to have with good ventilation if you see this

What symbol is this?

• Electrical

  This image of an electrical cord (or sometimes a lightning bolt), shows where electrical equipment may be, so you can be aware of the dangers

• Disposal

  This image, which says no to garbage, indicates that the material can NOT be thrown away in the regular garbage. Check the label for information on how to dispose of it.

• Eye Safety

  You should always wear goggles when dealing with chemicals, especially those with this symbol.

• Toxic

  The skull and crossbones shows this material is toxic or poison and should be treated carefully

• Clothing Protection

  When you see the apron, you know you need to put one on to protect your clothing from potentially dangerous chemicals.

• Eye Safety

  You should always wear goggles when dealing with chemicals, especially those with this symbol.

What symbol is this?

• Open Flame

• Clothing Protection

  When you see the apron, you know you need to put one on to protect your clothing from potentially dangerous chemicals.

• Fume Hazard

  This symbol cautions you that certain chemicals may create fumes that can be dangerous to breathe. Be sure to have with good ventilation if you see this.