NFPA: National Fire Protection Association
What is the NFPA 704 Hazard Diamond?
NFPA Symbol quickly identifying the specific hazards of a material and the severity of the hazard.
It will helpful to respond in emergency. Heigher the number in section means high in hazard.
The system addresses the
- Fire Hazard (Top, Red)
- Health hazard (Left, Blue)
- Instability (Right, Yellow)
- Special hazards (Bottom, White)
It presented from short-term, acute exposures that could occur as a result of a fire, spill, or similar emergency.
NFPA Labels
Where to place NFPA Symbol?
NFPA Symbol should be visible in case of emergency to respond accordingly.
- At entrance/exit of handling/storage facility.
- Production Premises.
- Operator/Engineers office
- Control room
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