Which symbol indicates moderate hazard?

Which symbol indicates moderate hazard?

• A. Diamond symbol with 'warning' indicates moderate hazard
• B. Skull and crossbones indicates poisonous
• C. Flame indicates flammable
• D. Octagon symbol indicates extreme hazard

Answer: (A)

Understanding how hazard levels are communicated on pesticide labels is key. The word that accompanies the symbol matters: “Warning” is the signal word used for moderate hazards, while “Danger” is reserved for more severe hazards. So a Diamond symbol with the word “warning” indicates a moderate level of risk, meaning you should handle and apply the product with caution but it isn’t at the highest level of danger. The other symbols point to the type of hazard rather than its level. A skull-and-crossbones signals poisoning (acute toxicity) and tells you the product can be highly toxic. A flame shows the substance is flammable. An octagon isn’t a standard indicator used to denote extreme hazard on these labels.

Understanding how hazard levels are communicated on pesticide labels is key. The word that accompanies the symbol matters: “Warning” is the signal word used for moderate hazards, while “Danger” is reserved for more severe hazards. So a Diamond symbol with the word “warning” indicates a moderate level of risk, meaning you should handle and apply the product with caution but it isn’t at the highest level of danger.

The other symbols point to the type of hazard rather than its level. A skull-and-crossbones signals poisoning (acute toxicity) and tells you the product can be highly toxic. A flame shows the substance is flammable. An octagon isn’t a standard indicator used to denote extreme hazard on these labels.