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1. Enumerate the classification of fires. Briefly discuss each.
- Class A fires are those that burn combustible materials as their source of fuel and frequently
caused by wood, fabric, and more. Also, water is typically used to extinguish these types of fires.
- Class B fire is one that has a combustible liquid or gas as its fuel source such as butane or propane.
Smothering such fires to remove oxygen is a typical remedy for putting out Class B fires.
- Class C fire is defined as one that is fueled by electrical components and/or energized equipment.
Electrical fires are common in industries that deal with energy or use large amounts of electricity.
- Class D fire is defined as one that is fueled by a combustible metal. Water and other common
extinguishing agents are ineffective and potentially dangerous.
- Class K fire is classified as a cooking fire that involves the burning of liquids used in food
preparation but have the potential to be extremely dangerous and destructive. Wet chemical fire
extinguishers are becoming increasingly popular for putting out these types of fires.
2. What should be done if a chemical gets in the eye?
- For an allergic reaction to a chemical or irritant you may have come into contact with while under the
influence of a chemical, such as an alkali or hydrofluoric acid, diluting the substance and washing away
any particles that may have been in your eye is essential.
3. Describe the procedure used to operate a fire extinguisher.
- Remember the phrase PASS: Pull the pin when using a fire extinguisher. Release the locking mechanism
while holding the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you. Set your sights low. Point the
extinguisher at the fire's origin. Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly. Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side.
4. Describe the procedure for smelling a chemical.
- When smelling chemicals in the lab, the wafting technique is used. To smell the scent, cup your hand
above the container and waft the air toward your face during this laboratory safety procedure.
Let’s Analyze
1. Why is smoking not permitted in the laboratory?
Forbidding smoking in laboratories is a basic good hygiene practice. These practices protect laboratory
workers from toxic chemicals and infectious materials. When you put something in your mouth, it
eventually ends up in your hands.
2. What is the difference between incident and accident?
The key to distinguishing between an accident and an incident is to determine the nature of the event. All
accidents can also be referred to as incidents, but not all incidents are accidents. Accidents are events that
have negative consequences and involve the possibility of electrical failure or human error. Positive
events, on the other hand, should be referred to as incidents.
3. What is the difference between risk and hazard?
The risk is simply the possibility that an action or inaction will endanger life, property, or anything else. A
hazard, on the other hand, is a physical object, situation, or setting that poses a risk to life, property, or
anything else.
4. What is the difference between acute and chronic effect?
Acute and chronic illnesses are so dissimilar, they are classified differently. The main distinction is the
duration of the symptoms. Acute illnesses are usually short-lived and easily treated. Chronic illnesses are
those that require treatment for the rest of your life.
5. What is the difference between lethal dose and lethal concentration?
- The main difference between the two is the method of exposure. The toxicity of an airborne substance
is represented by lethal concentration, whereas the toxicity of a substance swallowed, injected, or
absorbed through the skin is represented by lethal concentration.
6. What is the difference between fire and flame?
- The primary distinction between Fire and Flame is that Fire is a rapid oxidation of a material, whereas
Flame is a visible, gaseous component of a fire.
7. What is the difference between flammable and combustible liquids?
- The main difference between the two is that flammable liquids can catch fire and burn easily at normal
working temperatures, whereas combustible liquids must be ignited at temperatures higher than normal.
In a Nutshell
1. How does your country regulate and control chemical safety and security?
- In the Philippines, there are some various law that regulate and control chemical safety and security.
First, "Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990" (RA 6969) and
also “Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act 6969” (DAO 29). These regulations
govern the importation, manufacture, processing, handling, storage, transportation, sale,
distribution, use, and disposal of all unregulated chemical substances and mixtures in the
Philippines, including those that can only be exported after being imported.

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1. Enumerate the classification of fires. Briefly discuss each.

2. What should be done if a chemical gets in the eye?

3. Describe the procedure used to operate a fire extinguisher.

4. Describe the procedure for smelling a chemical.

2. What is the difference between incident and accident?

3. What is the difference between risk and hazard?

4. What is the difference between acute and chronic effect?

5. What is the difference between lethal dose and lethal concentration?

6. What is the difference between fire and flame?

7. What is the difference between flammable and combustible liquids?

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