
This pictogram is used only for Oxidizers.
Oxidizer – significant fire hazard
- Do not burn themselves – give off oxygen or other oxidizing substances to greatly increase fire/explosion risk & make it more intense
- Can be a health hazard
- Very reactive with incompatible materials
- Some oxidizers have a strong odour:
ozone – fluorine – chlorine
Makes them easier to detect
- Some are odourless:
oxygen – hydrogen – peroxides
More hazardous – cannot detect them
Key Handling for Oxidizers
- Eliminate ignition sources & combustible materials
- Keep away from incompatible materials, greases, lubricants, cleaning solvents, paints, thinners, etc
- Keep valves & fittings free from oil & grease
- Caution when mixing with water – follow supplier’s directions
- Never return unused material to original container
- Do not use wooden or combustible pallets for storing containers