NFPA 704
NFPA 704 (pronounced as N-F-P-A seven zero four) is a standard system developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for the identification of the hazards of materials for emergency response.
Etymology
The term "NFPA 704" is derived from the name of the organization that developed the standard, the National Fire Protection Association, and the number 704, which was assigned to this particular standard.
Description
NFPA 704 is a labeling system used to identify hazardous materials. It is applicable to industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities that manufacture, process, use, or store hazardous materials. It provides a simple, readily recognized, and easily understood system of marking that provides a general idea of the hazards of a material and the severity of these hazards as they relate to fire prevention, spill control, and use of protective equipment.
Components
The NFPA 704 system is composed of four parts:
- Health Hazard: Indicates the health hazard level of the material. It is represented by the color blue in the NFPA 704 diamond.
- Flammability Hazard: Indicates the flammability hazard level of the material. It is represented by the color red in the NFPA 704 diamond.
- Instability Hazard: Indicates the instability/reactivity hazard level of the material. It is represented by the color yellow in the NFPA 704 diamond.
- Special Hazard: Indicates any special hazards associated with the material. It is represented by the color white in the NFPA 704 diamond.
Related Terms
- Hazardous Materials: Substances that pose a risk to health, property, or the environment.
- Fire Prevention: Measures taken to prevent the outbreak of fire.
- Spill Control: Measures taken to prevent and manage spills of hazardous materials.
- Protective Equipment: Equipment designed to protect the wearer from specific hazards.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on NFPA 704
- Wikipedia's article - NFPA 704
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