1.1本标准是化学品潜在危险领域所用术语的汇编。不包括其他现成来源中普遍理解或充分定义的术语。 1.2尽管其中一些定义在性质上是通用的，但许多定义必须在其出现的标准中使用。定义后的括号中给出了相关的标准编号。 1.3为了共同理解和标准化，鼓励一致使用文字，以帮助消除有效技术交流的主要障碍。

1.1 This standard is a compilation of terminology used in the area of hazard potential of chemicals. Terms that are generally understood or adequately defined in other readily available sources are not included. 1.2 Although some of these definitions are general in nature, many must be used in the context of the standards in which they appear. The pertinent standard number is given in parentheses after the definition. 1.3 In the interest of common understanding and standardization, consistent word usage is encouraged to help eliminate the major barrier to effective technical communication.