| A | B |
| Class A | Use on combustibles such as paper, cloth, and wood |
| Class A | Contains pressurized water |
| Class B | Leaves a snowlike residue which irritates skin and eyes and is dangerous if inhaled |
| Class ABC | Contains graphite-type chemical |
| Class C | Contains a dry chemical (potassium bicarbonate, potassium chloride) |
| Ergonomics | Applied science to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries. |
| Blood Borne Pathogens Standards | Contains mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids. |
| OSHA | Division of the Department of Labor that establishes and enforces safety standards in the workplace. |
| MSDS | Material Safety Data Sheet |