Description:

The vocabulary table for the Entity.riskCode attribute

OpenIssue: Poor description; must be improved..

Definition:

A danger that can be associated with certain living subjects, including humans.

Definition:

The dangers associated with normal biological materials. I.e. potential risk of unknown infections. Routine biological materials from living subjects.

Definition:

Material is corrosive and may cause severe injury to skin, mucous membranes and eyes. Avoid any unprotected contact.

Definition:

The entity is at risk for escaping from containment or control.

Definition:

Material is highly inflammable and in certain mixtures (with air) may lead to explosions. Keep away from fire, sparks and excessive heat.

Concept Relationships:
  Generalizes (derived): EXP

Definition:

Material is an explosive mixture. Keep away from fire, sparks, and heat.

Concept Relationships:
  Specializes: IFL

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Material known to be infectious with human pathogenic microorganisms. Those who handle this material must take precautions for their protection.

Concept Relationships:
  Generalizes (derived): BHZ

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Material contains microorganisms that is an environmental hazard. Must be handled with special care.

Concept Relationships:
  Specializes: INF

Definition:

Material is solid and sharp (e.g., cannulas). Dispose in hard container.

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Material is poisonous to humans and/or animals. Special care must be taken to avoid incorporation, even of small amounts.

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Material is a source for ionizing radiation and must be handled with special care to avoid injury of those who handle it and to avoid environmental hazards.