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Chemical Hazards

Hut 8 EHS Team

Created on September 9, 2025

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Chemical Hazards

Chemicals can harm people, property, and the environment in different ways. Hazards are grouped into three main categories under OSHA HazCom and WHMIS.

Physical Hazards

Environmental Hazards

Health Hazards

  • Chemicals that can injure people directly or over time
  • Examples:
    • Corrosives (sulfuric acid → burns skin/eyes)
    • Toxic substances (carbon monoxide → poisoning)
    • Carcinogens (asbestos, benzene)
    • Sensitizers/irritants (isocyanates, cleaners → asthma/skin rashes)
  • Why it matters: Some cause immediate harm, others cause long-term diseases that may not show up for years.
  • Chemicals that can cause fires, explosions, or dangerous reactions
  • Examples:
    • Flammable liquids (gasoline, solvents)
    • Explosives
    • Compressed gases (propane, acetylene)
    • Oxidizers (hydrogen peroxide, bleach)
  • Why it matters: Improper storage or mixing can lead to catastrophic events (fire/explosion).
  • Chemicals that can harm wildlife, soil, or water
  • Examples:
    • Oil spills into waterways → kills fish and aquatic plants
    • Pesticides → damage ecosystems
  • Note: The environment pictogram is mandatory under WHMIS (Canada) but optional in OSHA (U.S.). However, both emphasize protection of the environment.

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