Comparing NFPA, HMIS and HCS Labelling System in the United States

NFPA 704 rating system is a standard system developed by the U.S.-based National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for indicating the health, flammability, reactivity and special hazards for many hazardous chemicals through the use of the NFPA 704 Diamond. In this article, we will give you a brief introduction to NFPA rating criteria and compare NFPA 704 labels with HMIS labels and the new GHS labels under OSHA's revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). 

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