clear zones

[/klɪr zoʊnz/]
nounpl: clear zones
zonas de segurança / áreas de circulação livre
1. Areas that are kept free of obstacles, debris, or obstructions for safety, accessibility, or operational purposes
The airport maintains clear zones around the runways to prevent accidents.
O aeroporto mantém zonas de segurança ao redor das pistas para prevenir acidentes.
2. In architecture and building codes, unobstructed floor or ground areas required for emergency egress and accessibility
Building regulations require clear zones in front of emergency exits.
As regulamentações de construção exigem zonas de segurança na frente das saídas de emergência.
3. In workplace safety, designated areas kept free of hazards and clutter
All clear zones must be maintained daily in the warehouse.
Todas as áreas de circulação livre devem ser mantidas diariamente no armazém.
4. In aviation, areas surrounding an airfield cleared of obstacles for aircraft operations
Trees were removed to expand the clear zones at the airport.
As árvores foram removidas para expandir as zonas de segurança no aeroporto.
Clear zones are a critical component of both Brazilian and American building codes and safety regulations. In the USA, they are particularly emphasized in OSHA standards and FAA regulations for aviation. In Brazil, clear zones are regulated through building codes (NBR - Normas Brasileiras) and workplace safety laws (NR - Normas Regulamentadoras). The concept reflects a universal priority on public safety and accessibility across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unobstructed areasfree zonessafety zonesaccessible areasbuffer zones
Antonyms / Antônimos
obstructed areascongested zoneshazard zonesrestricted areas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zonas de segurança / áreas de circulação livre
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese, used in safety and building contexts
Rio de Janeiro
áreas livres de obstáculos
Used interchangeably in construction and emergency services
São Paulo
zonas de segurança
Preferred term in industrial and airport safety regulations
Portugal
zonas de segurança / áreas livres
Similar usage as Brazil, aligned with European safety standards

Related Words

accessibilitysafety regulationsemergency egressbuilding codesobstacle removalhazard-free

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep clear zones maintained
establish clear zones
comply with clear zone requirements
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