AQ 3047-2013.The rule of precautionary label for chemicals in the workplace.
1Scope
AQ 3047 specifies the definition, content, compilation and use requirements of safety warning signs for chemical workplaces.
AQ 3047 applies to places where chemicals are produced and used by chemical enterprises, places where chemicals are stored, and places that constitute major hazard sources.
2Normative references
The following documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For all references with an 8-issue date, only the dated version applies to this document. For all undated references, the latest version (including all amendments) applies to this document.
GB 2894 Safety signs and guidelines for their use
GB 15258 Provisions for the preparation of chemical safety labels
GB 20576 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Explosives
GB 20577 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Flammable gases
GB 20578 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Flammable aerosols
GB 20579 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Oxidizing gases
GB 20580 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Gases under pressure
GB 20581 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Flammable liquids
GB 20582 Safety specifications for chemical classification, warning labels and warning statements Safety specification for warning labels and warning statements for flammable solids
GB 20583 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for chemicals - Self-reactive substances
GB 20584 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for
chemicals - Self-heating substances GB 20585 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for chemicals - Self-igniting liquids
GB 20586 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for chemicals - Self-igniting solids
GB 20587 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for chemicals - Substances which emit flammable gases when in contact with water
GB 20588 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for chemicals - Corrosive substances to metals
GB 20589 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements for chemicals - Oxidizing liquids
GB 20590 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Oxidizing solids
GB 20591 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Organic peroxides
GB 20592 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Acute toxicity
GB 20593 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Skin corrosion/irritation
GB 20594 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Serious eye damage/eye irritation
GB 20595 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Respiratory or skin sensitization
GB 20596 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Germ cell mutagenicity GB 20597 Safety specification for classification , warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Carcinogenicity GB 20598
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals
Safety specification for warning labels and warning statements Reproductive toxicity
GB 20599 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
GB 20601 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
GB 20602 Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Hazards to the aquatic environment
This standard specifies the definition, content, preparation and use requirements of safety warning signs in chemical workplaces. This standard applies to places where chemicals are produced and used, places where chemicals are stored, and places that constitute major hazard sources.

ICS13.300
Registration number:
People's Republic of China Work Safety Industry Standard AQ3047-2013
Specification of precautionary label for chemicals in workplace2013-06-08Published
Published by the State Administration of Work Safety2013-10-01Implementation
Articles 3.1, 3.2, 4.1 and 4.2 of this standard are mandatory clauses, and the rest are recommended clauses. This standard was drafted in accordance with the rules given in GB/T1.1-2009. AQ3047-2013
This standard corresponds to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS, Fourth Revised Edition), and its consistency is non-equivalent. This standard was proposed by the State Administration of Work Safety. This standard is under the jurisdiction of the Chemical Safety Technical Committee of the National Technical Committee for Work Safety Standardization (SAC/TC288/SC3). The drafting units of this standard are: Chemical Registration Center of the State Administration of Work Safety, Qingdao Safety Engineering Research Institute of Sinopec, and State Key Laboratory of Chemical Safety Control. The main drafters of this standard are: Chen Jun, Li Yuncai, Guo Zongzhou, Chen Jinhe, Mu Jingxia, Ji Guofeng, Guo Xiuyun, and Zhang Haifeng. 1 Scope
Specification of safety warning signs for chemical workplaces This standard specifies the relevant definitions, contents, compilation and use requirements of safety warning signs for chemical workplaces. AQ3047-2013
This standard applies to places where chemical enterprises produce and use chemicals, places where chemicals are stored, and places that constitute major hazardous sources. 2 Normative references
The following documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For all dated references, only the dated version applies to this document. For all undated references, the latest version (including all amendments) applies to this document. GB2894
Guidelines for safety signs and their use
GB15258 Provisions for the preparation of chemical safety labelsGB20576
GB20577
GB20578
GB20579
GB20580
GB20581
GB20582
GB20583
GB20584
GB20585
GB20586
GB20587bzxZ.net
GB20588
Safety specifications for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicalsSafety specifications for classification, warning labels and warning statements of explosive chemicalsSafety specifications for classification, warning labels and warning statements of flammable gasesSafety specifications for classification, warning labels and warning statements of flammable aerosols Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for oxidizing gases Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for gases under pressure Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for flammable liquids Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for flammable solids Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for self-reactive substances Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for self-heating substances Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for self-igniting liquids Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for self-igniting solids Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals that emit flammable gases when in contact with water Safety regulations for classification, warning labels and warning instructions of chemicals for substances corrosive to metals Safety regulations for oxidizing liquids GB20589
GB20590
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Oxidizing solids GB20591
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Organic peroxides GB20592
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Acute toxicity Classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Safety specification Skin corrosion/irritation GB20593
GB20594
GB20595
GB20596
GB20597
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Serious eye damage/eye irritation Classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Safety specification for respiratory or skin sensitization Classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Safety specification for reproductive Mutagenicity Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Carcinogenicity GB20598
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Reproductive toxicity GB20599
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Specific target organ systemic toxicity Single exposure GB20601
Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Specific target organ systemic toxicity Repeated exposure Safety specification for classification, warning labels and warning statements of chemicals Hazards to the aquatic environment GB20602
General requirements
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3.1 Sign elements
Safety warning signs for chemical workplaces are in the form of a combination of text and graphic symbols to indicate the hazards and safety precautions of chemicals in the workplace. Sign elements include chemical identification, physical and chemical properties, hazard pictograms, warning words, hazard statements, precautionary statements, protective equipment instructions, information reference prompts, and alarm telephone numbers. 3.2 Sign content
3.2.1 Chemical identification
Safety warning signs in chemical workplaces should list the Chinese chemical name or common name of the chemical, as well as the U.S. Chemical Abstracts Register number (CAS number). Chemical identification must be eye-catching and clear, and located above the sign. The name should be consistent with the name in the chemical safety data sheet. 3.2.2 Physical and chemical properties
According to the hazardous properties of hazardous chemicals, the corresponding physical and chemical data are listed, including flash point, explosion limit, density, volatility, etc. 3.2.3 Hazard pictograms
The hazard pictograms specified in GB20576~GB20599 and GB20601~GB20602 are used. Table 1 lists the hazard categories corresponding to the 9 hazard pictograms.
Table 19 hazard pictograms
Hazard pictogram
The corresponding
Hazard category of the pictogram
Hazard pictogram
The corresponding
Hazard category of the pictogram
Explosives, categories 1 to 3
Self-reactive substances, types A and B:
Organic peroxides, types A and B
Flammable gases, category 1:
Flammable aerosols:
Flammable liquids, Category 1 to 3
Flammable solids:
Self-reactive substances, types B to F;
Self-heating substances;
Pyrophoric liquids:
Pyrophoric objects:
Organic peroxides, types B to F;
Substances which emit flammable gases in contact with water
Gases under pressure
Metal corrosives:
Skin corrosion/irritation, category 1;
Serious eye damage/eye irritation, category 1
Oxidizing substances Gas:
Oxidizing liquids;
Oxidizing solids
Acute toxicity, categories 1 to 3
Hazard pictogram
Corresponding
Hazard category
3.2.4 Signal word
Acute toxicity, category 4;
Skin corrosion/irritation, category 2;
Serious eye damage/eye irritation, category
Skin allergy
Respiratory allergy:
Life Germ cell mutagenicity:
Carcinogenicity;
Reproductive toxicity;
Specific target organ systemic toxicity single exposure
Specific target organ systemic toxicity repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard
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Hazard to the aquatic environment, acute category 1,
Chronic category 1, 2
According to the degree of hazard and category of chemicals, use the words "danger" and "warning" to warn of the degree of hazard respectively. According to GB20576~GB20599, GB20601~GB20602, select the warning words of different categories of hazardous chemicals. The warning words are located below the name of the chemical and must be eye-catching and clear.
3.2.5 Hazard Statements
Briefly summarize the hazardous properties of chemicals. According to GB20576~GB20599, GB20601~GB20602, select the hazard statements of different categories of hazardous chemicals, which should be eye-catching and clear. 3.2.6 Precautionary Statements
Describe the matters that should be paid attention to in the handling, transportation, storage and use of chemicals, as well as simple and effective rescue measures in case of accidents, etc. The content should be concise and the key points should be highlighted. This part should include safety precautions, handling of accidents (such as leakage, human contact or fire, etc.), safe storage measures and waste disposal. Precautionary statements should be stated in accordance with the provisions of GB15258. 3.2.7 Protective Equipment Statements
Personal protective equipment is represented by protective pictograms. According to the hazardous properties of chemicals in the workplace, protective pictograms are used alone or in combination. Protective pictograms are selected according to the provisions of GB2894 indicator signs. 3.2.8 Alarm Phone
Fill in the alarm phone number after a hazardous chemical accident occurs. 3.2.9 Reference to information
Reminder to refer to the chemical safety data sheet3.2.10 Order of hazard information
When a chemical has two or more hazards, the order of pictograms, signal words, and hazard statements on workplace safety warning signs shall be implemented in accordance with the provisions of GB15258. 3
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3.3 Examples
For examples of safety warning signs for chemical workplaces, please refer to Appendix A. 4 Production
4.1 Writing
Safety warning signs for chemical workplaces should be consistent with the information in the chemical safety data sheet, and information should be continuously supplemented. If new hazards are found, they should be updated in a timely manner. 4.2 Color
The color of the hazard pictogram shall be implemented in accordance with the provisions of GB20576~GB20599 and GB20601~GB20602. Generally, black symbols with white backgrounds are used, and the square borders are red. The whole warning word should be in yellow with a black contrasting background. The main text should be in a color that has a clear contrast with the background color, usually in black and white.
4.3 Font
Chemical labels, warning words, hazard statements and titles should be in bold, and other content should be in Songti. The font should be eye-catching and clear. 4.4 Sign size
Under normal circumstances, the size of the horizontal version of the sign should not be less than 80cmx60cm, and the size of the vertical version of the sign should not be less than 60cm×90cm4.5 Printing
4.5.1 The production of safety warning signs for chemical workplaces should be clear and eye-catching, and a yellow and black striped border should be added to the edge, with a width of greater than or equal to 3mm.
4.5.2 It should be made of sturdy, durable, rust-proof and non-combustible materials. Insulating materials should be used in workplaces with electric shock hazards, and anti-static materials should be used in places with flammable and explosive substances.
5 Application
Location of installation
At the entrance and exit of the workplace, the outer wall or the reaction container, pipeline and other conspicuous locations 5.2 Installation method
There are three types of installation methods for safety warning signs in chemical workplaces: attached, hanging and column. The hanging and attached types should be stable and not tilted, and the column type should be firmly connected to the bracket. 5.3 Installation height
The installation height should be consistent with the height of human eyes as much as possible. The height of the lower edge of the hanging and column types from the ground should not be less than 1.5m. 5.4 Precautions
5.4.1 Safety warning signs in chemical workplaces should be placed in conspicuous places related to safety, and people entering the workplace should have enough time to pay attention to the content after seeing it. 5.4.2 Safety warning signs in chemical workplaces should not be placed on movable objects such as doors, windows, shelves, etc. Obstacles that hinder reading should not be placed in front of the signs.
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3The angle between the plane of the sign and the line of sight should be close to 90°. When the observer is at the maximum observation distance, the minimum angle should not be less than 75°5.4.3
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CAS No.: 71-43-2
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor!
Harmful if ingested!
Causes skin irritation!
Causes serious eye irritation!
Suspected of causing genetic defects!
Can cause cancer!
Toxic to aquatic life!
【Physical and Chemical Properties】
Appendix A
（Informative Appendix）
Sample of Safety Warning Signs for Chemical Workplaces Colorless and transparent liquid; flash point -11℃; upper explosion limit 8%, lower explosion limit 1.2%; density lighter than water, heavier than air: volatile. 【Precautions】
Keep away from heat sources/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. 1. Smoking is prohibited. Keep the container airtight. Take measures to prevent static electricity, and ground/connect the container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical appliances/ventilation/lighting equipment, and only use tools that do not produce sparks. Operate after receiving special guidance. Do not operate before reading and understanding all safety precautions. Use personal protective equipment as required, and wear protective gloves/protective glasses/protective masks. Avoid inhaling fumes/gases/mist/steam/spray. Clean thoroughly after operation, and do not eat, drink or smoke at the operation site. Discharge into the environment is prohibited. 【Emergency Response】
In case of fire, use foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, sand to extinguish fire. If exposed or worried, feel unwell, seek medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of skin (or hair) contact: Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse skin/shower with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs, seek medical attention. If ingested: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. In case of contact with eyes: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. If contact lenses are worn and can be removed easily, remove them. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Seek medical attention. 【Safe Storage】
Store in a cool and ventilated place, keep the container tightly closed and locked for storage. 【Disposal】
The recommended method for disposal of this product/container is incineration. 【Personal Protective Equipment】
Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: ****2. Made of durable, rust-proof and non-combustible materials. Insulating materials are used in workplaces with electric shock hazards, and anti-static materials are used in places with flammable and explosive substances.
5 Application
Location of installation
At the entrance and exit of the workplace, the outer wall or the reaction container, pipeline and other conspicuous locations. 5.2 Installation method
The installation methods of safety warning signs in chemical workplaces are divided into three types: attached, hanging and column. The hanging and attached types should be stable and not tilted, and the column type should be firmly connected to the bracket. 5.3 Installation height
The installation height should be consistent with the height of human eyes as much as possible. The height of the lower edge of the hanging and column types from the ground should not be less than 1.5m. 5.4 Precautions
5.4.1 Safety warning signs in chemical workplaces should be set in conspicuous places related to safety, and people entering the workplace should have enough time to pay attention to the content after seeing it. 5.4.2 Safety warning signs for chemical workplaces should not be placed on movable objects such as doors, windows, shelves, etc. Obstacles that hinder reading should not be placed in front of the signs.
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3 The angle between the plane of the sign and the line of sight should be close to 90°. When the observer is at the maximum observation distance, the minimum angle should not be less than 75°5.4.3
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CAS No.: 71-43-2
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor!
Harmful if ingested!
Causes skin irritation!
Causes severe eye irritation!
Suspected of causing genetic defects!
Can cause cancer!
Toxic to aquatic life!
【Physical and Chemical Properties】
Appendix A
（Informative Appendix）
Sample of Safety Warning Signs for Chemical Workplaces Colorless and transparent liquid; flash point -11℃; upper explosion limit 8%, lower explosion limit 1.2%; density lighter than water, heavier than air: volatile. 【Precautions】
Keep away from heat sources/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. 1. Smoking is prohibited. Keep the container airtight. Take measures to prevent static electricity, and ground/connect the container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical appliances/ventilation/lighting equipment, and only use tools that do not produce sparks. Operate after receiving special guidance. Do not operate before reading and understanding all safety precautions. Use personal protective equipment as required, and wear protective gloves/protective glasses/protective masks. Avoid inhaling fumes/gases/mist/steam/spray. Clean thoroughly after operation, and do not eat, drink or smoke at the operation site. Discharge into the environment is prohibited. 【Emergency Response】
In case of fire, use foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, sand to extinguish fire. If exposed or worried, feel unwell, seek medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of skin (or hair) contact: Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse skin/shower with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs, seek medical attention. If ingested: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. In case of contact with eyes: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. If contact lenses are worn and can be removed easily, remove them. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Seek medical attention. 【Safe Storage】
Store in a cool and ventilated place, keep the container tightly closed and locked for storage. 【Disposal】
The recommended method for disposal of this product/container is incineration. 【Personal Protective Equipment】
Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: ****2. Made of durable, rust-proof and non-combustible materials. Insulating materials are used in workplaces with electric shock hazards, and anti-static materials are used in places with flammable and explosive substances.
5 Application
Location of installation
At the entrance and exit of the workplace, on the outer wall or beside the reaction vessel, pipeline and other conspicuous locations. 5.2 Installation method
The installation methods of safety warning signs in chemical workplaces are divided into three types: attached, suspended and column. The suspended and attached types should be stable and not tilted, and the column type should be firmly connected to the bracket. 5.3 Installation height
The installation height should be consistent with the height of human eyes as much as possible. The height of the lower edge of the suspended and column types from the ground should not be less than 1.5m. 5.4 Precautions
5.4.1 Safety warning signs in chemical workplaces should be set in conspicuous places related to safety, and people entering the workplace should have enough time to pay attention to the content after seeing it. 5.4.2 Safety warning signs for chemical workplaces should not be placed on movable objects such as doors, windows, shelves, etc. Obstacles that hinder reading should not be placed in front of the signs.
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3 The angle between the plane of the sign and the line of sight should be close to 90°. When the observer is at the maximum observation distance, the minimum angle should not be less than 75°5.4.3
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CAS No.: 71-43-2
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor!
Harmful if ingested!
Causes skin irritation!
Causes severe eye irritation!
Suspected of causing genetic defects!
Can cause cancer!
Toxic to aquatic life!
【Physical and Chemical Properties】
Appendix A
（Informative Appendix）
Sample of Safety Warning Signs for Chemical Workplaces Colorless and transparent liquid; flash point -11℃; upper explosion limit 8%, lower explosion limit 1.2%; density lighter than water, heavier than air: volatile. 【Precautions】
Keep away from heat sources/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. 1. Smoking is prohibited. Keep the container airtight. Take measures to prevent static electricity, and ground/connect the container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical appliances/ventilation/lighting equipment, and only use tools that do not produce sparks. Operate after receiving special guidance. Do not operate before reading and understanding all safety precautions. Use personal protective equipment as required, and wear protective gloves/protective glasses/protective masks. Avoid inhaling fumes/gases/mist/steam/spray. Clean thoroughly after operation, and do not eat, drink or smoke at the operation site. Discharge into the environment is prohibited. 【Emergency Response】
In case of fire, use foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, sand to extinguish fire. If exposed or worried, feel unwell, seek medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of skin (or hair) contact: Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse skin/shower with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs, seek medical attention. If ingested: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. In case of contact with eyes: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. If contact lenses are worn and can be removed easily, remove them. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Seek medical attention. 【Safe Storage】
Store in a cool and ventilated place, keep the container tightly closed and locked for storage. 【Disposal】
The recommended method for disposal of this product/container is incineration. 【Personal Protective Equipment】
Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: ****
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