What is the purpose of hazard labels on DG packages?

• A. To indicate the shipper's brand
• B. To convey the hazard class and enable safe handling and emergency response
• C. To provide the expiration date
• D. To show the packaging material type

Answer: (B)

Hazard labels communicate the exact danger and how risky the contents are, so anyone handling the package can act safely. They indicate the hazard class and any subsidiary risks, which tells workers how to store and segregate the package, what precautions or PPE to use, and what to avoid. They also guide emergency responders by signaling the type of hazard inside and which actions are appropriate, such as what extinguishing agents to use, how to ventilate, or how to isolate the area. These labels are standardized for international transport, so people across the supply chain recognize the danger at a glance. They aren’t meant to show branding, expiration dates, or packaging material type.