GHS precautionary statement
P281: Use personal protective equipment as required
- P281
- Prevention
- Deleted
P281 was the precautionary statement “Use personal protective equipment as required”. It is marked as deleted in the GHS data we compile, so it is not part of the current GHS revision.
About the prevention group
P200 series: actions to take before and during use to prevent or minimise harm, such as avoiding ignition sources, using ventilation and wearing protective equipment. See all precautionary statements for the full list.
Hazards that call for P281
The GHS data recommends P281 for these hazard statements.
| Code | Statement | Hazard class and category | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|
| H200 | Unstable Explosive Deleted | Explosives — Unstable Explosive | Danger |
Chemicals using P281
No chemicals in our database list P281 in their primary classification yet.
P281 frequently asked questions
Is P281 still used?
No. P281 ("Use personal protective equipment as required") is marked as deleted in the GHS data we compile, so it is not part of the current GHS revision. It may still appear on older labels and safety data sheets.
What did P281 say?
"Use personal protective equipment as required". It was a prevention precautionary statement.
Precautionary statements are general recommendations. Follow the specific instructions on your product's label and safety data sheet.
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ghs/ghscode_10.txt (UN GHS Revision 10, retrieved 2026-10-12)