Fire and explosion hazard with hazardous substances (Part 1 of 2)

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The fire and explosion hazard is a key factor in determining whether or not the hazardous substance is suitable for one’s business. For example, there may be no local exhaust… Continue reading Fire and explosion hazard with hazardous substances (Part 1 of 2)

What determines if a substance is a hazardous substance?

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A substance becomes a hazardous substance if … … it is dangerous? In other words, a substance is a hazardous substance when it has been classified and has been labelled?… Continue reading What determines if a substance is a hazardous substance?

Unravelling the legal term: Hazardous substance with low risk

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Working with a hazardous substance with low risk significantly reduces the occupational health and safety effort for this substance. This is already evident in its definition as a low risk… Continue reading Unravelling the legal term: Hazardous substance with low risk