Description
Hazardous substances should be identified and marked accordingly
Stores containing one or more substance of the same code should use this sign when cylinders are used for storing the substances
The number indicates the type of equipment suitable for fire fighting and dispersing of spillages -In this case “2” indicates water fog – in the absence of fog a fine spray must be used
The letters indicate the precautions to be taken: The letter “X” indicates there is NO danger of violent reaction or explosion but full protective clothing must be worn and the spillage must be contained
The letter “E” (the third part of the code) indicates that evacuation of people from the neighbourhood of an accident should be considered
