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| Hazard |
| A hazard
is defined as the potential of a substance to cause harm. Hazards
are a property of a substance and can not be reduced (see 'Hazard
Warning Signs' for the common hazards). |
| Risk |
| Risk is
how likely that a substance will be harmful under the conditions it
is used. Risks can be reduced by using smaller amounts of chemicals
and taking precautions such as containment in fume hoods. |
| Risk
Assessment |
| An effective
risk assessment will take into account the hazards involved, who will
be at risk, the steps needed to minimise risks and the safe means
of disposal of the substances used. |
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