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<consequence>

The <consequence> element specifies the consequence of failing to avoid a hazard, for example, "Contact may cause burn."

Content models

See appendix for information about this element in OASIS document type shells.

Inheritance

+ topic/li hazard-d/consequence

Example

<hazardstatement type="warning">
  <messagepanel>
    <typeofhazard>Hot surfaces inside.</typeofhazard>
    <consequence>Contact may cause burn.</consequence>
    <howtoavoid>Wear protective gear before servicing internal parts.</howtoavoid>
  </messagepanel>
  <hazardsymbol href="hotsurface.png"></hazardsymbol>
</hazardstatement>

Attributes

The following attributes are available on this element: Universal attribute group and @outputclass.

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