Warning symbols are used in many places in lieu of or addition to written warnings as they are quickly recognized faster than reading a written warning and more commonly understood the same symbol can be recognized as having the same meaning to speakers of different.
Examples of substances that are dangerous for the environment include pesticides, petrol and biocides.
What do both groups of symbols have in common? Each pictogram covers a specific type of hazard and is designed to be immediately recognizable to anyone handling hazardous material.
These symbols give you a good indication of the main hazards associated with the substance.
Note: Will only replace the standard yellow radiation trefoil symbol in certain specific limited circumstances.
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