Rights to Safety Information on Flammable Substances Practice Exercise 1

The image below shows a flammable warning label on a chemical bottle. a) What does this symbol mean?  (1 mark)b) Why is it important to label substances this way?  (1 mark)c) What is one action someone should take after seeing this symbol?  (1 mark)

The image below shows a flammable warning label on a chemical bottle. a) What does this symbol mean?  (1 mark)b) Why is it important to label substances this way?  (1 mark)c) What is one action someone should take after seeing this symbol?  (1 mark)

a) What right does every student have before handling flammable substances in a school lab?  (1 mark)b) Name one source where safety information about chemicals can be found.  (1 mark)c) Give one reason why access to safety information is important.   (1 mark)

The diagram shows a label on a fire extinguisher with the letter “B” and a burning petrol icon. a) What class of fire does this label show?  (1 mark)b) Give one example of a material that causes this kind of fire.   (1 mark)c) Why is it important to match extinguisher type to fire class?  (1 mark)

The diagram shows a label on a fire extinguisher with the letter “B” and a burning petrol icon. a) What class of fire does this label show?  (1 mark)b) Give one example of a material that causes this kind of fire.   (1 mark)c) Why is it important to match extinguisher type to fire class?  (1 mark)

The diagram shows a label on a fire extinguisher with the letter “B” and a burning petrol icon. a) What class of fire does this label show?  (1 mark)b) Give one example of a material that causes this kind of fire.   (1 mark)c) Why is it important to match extinguisher type to fire class?  (1 mark)

a) Match the correct class of fire with the material: (3 marks) Paper Petrol Electrical wiresb) Why is it dangerous to use water on electrical fires?  (1 mark)

a) Match the correct class of fire with the material: (3 marks) Paper Petrol Electrical wiresb) Why is it dangerous to use water on electrical fires?  (1 mark)

a) Match the correct class of fire with the material: (3 marks) Paper Petrol Electrical wiresb) Why is it dangerous to use water on electrical fires?  (1 mark)

a) Match the correct class of fire with the material: (3 marks) Paper Petrol Electrical wiresb) Why is it dangerous to use water on electrical fires?  (1 mark)

a) Match the correct class of fire with the material: (3 marks) Paper Petrol Electrical wiresb) Why is it dangerous to use water on electrical fires?  (1 mark)

a) Match the correct class of fire with the material: (3 marks) Paper Petrol Electrical wiresb) Why is it dangerous to use water on electrical fires?  (1 mark)

a) Why should containers with flammable substances have warning labels? (1 mark)b) What is one thing workers should be trained to do before using flammable chemicals? (1 mark)c) Who is responsible for giving safety information in schools or workplaces? (1 mark)

a) Why should containers with flammable substances have warning labels? (1 mark)b) What is one thing workers should be trained to do before using flammable chemicals? (1 mark)c) Who is responsible for giving safety information in schools or workplaces? (1 mark)

The image shows a flammable liquid container without a warning label stored on a shelf above exposed electrical outlets and near sunlight. Explain why this setup is unsafe and identify two fire classes that may result from this situation. (4 marks)

The image shows a flammable liquid container without a warning label stored on a shelf above exposed electrical outlets and near sunlight. Explain why this setup is unsafe and identify two fire classes that may result from this situation. (4 marks)

The image shows a flammable liquid container without a warning label stored on a shelf above exposed electrical outlets and near sunlight. Explain why this setup is unsafe and identify two fire classes that may result from this situation. (4 marks)

A fire starts in the science lab when a flammable chemical spills on hot equipment, and students panic. One student grabs a water extinguisher while another hesitates due to lack of instructions on the wall. Who is correct, and what does this situation show about the importance of rights to safety information?  (2 marks)

A fire starts in the science lab when a flammable chemical spills on hot equipment, and students panic. One student grabs a water extinguisher while another hesitates due to lack of instructions on the wall. Who is correct, and what does this situation show about the importance of rights to safety information?  (2 marks)

In the school store, petrol, batteries, and old wooden chairs are stored together. Identify three fire classes involved and explain why storing these items together violates both safety practices and the right to information. (3 marks)

In the school store, petrol, batteries, and old wooden chairs are stored together. Identify three fire classes involved and explain why storing these items together violates both safety practices and the right to information. (3 marks)

During a chemistry practical, the teacher asks learners to use a new substance that smells like alcohol. No safety data sheet or warning is provided. What should a student do, and why is using this chemical without information dangerous? (2 marks)

The diagram shows a lab with a safety sign that reads “Flammable Materials – No Flames,” but several extinguishers in the lab are not labeled or are missing. Discuss the safety issue shown and how this affects students’ right to information and safe response in case of fire. (3 marks)

The diagram shows a lab with a safety sign that reads “Flammable Materials – No Flames,” but several extinguishers in the lab are not labeled or are missing. Discuss the safety issue shown and how this affects students’ right to information and safe response in case of fire. (3 marks)

The diagram shows a lab with a safety sign that reads “Flammable Materials – No Flames,” but several extinguishers in the lab are not labeled or are missing. Discuss the safety issue shown and how this affects students’ right to information and safe response in case of fire. (3 marks)