fail-safe process

[/feɪl seɪf ˈprɑːses/]
nounpl: fail-safe processes
processo à prova de falhas
1. A procedure or system designed to prevent failure or to automatically revert to a safe state if a failure occurs
The nuclear plant has multiple fail-safe processes to prevent accidents.
A usina nuclear possui múltiplos processos à prova de falhas para prevenir acidentes.
2. A backup plan or method that guarantees success or safety even if the primary method fails
We implemented a fail-safe process to ensure data is not lost during system crashes.
Implementamos um processo à prova de falhas para garantir que os dados não sejam perdidos durante travamentos do sistema.
The term is widely used in Brazilian technology, aviation, and industrial sectors. In the USA, it's essential terminology in engineering and safety-critical systems. The concept reflects modern safety culture emphasizing risk prevention and system resilience.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
backup systemsafety mechanismfailover processcontingency procedureemergency protocol
Antonyms / Antônimos
risky procedureunsafe methodvulnerable system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo à prova de falhas
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese technical contexts
São Paulo
processo de segurança
Alternative used in business and industrial settings
Portugal
processo seguro contra falhas
More formal construction preferred in European Portuguese

Related Words

fail-safe mechanismredundancyerror handlingsystem reliabilitysafety protocolcontingency plan

Related Idioms & Phrases

a foolproof system
safety net
backup plan
insurance policy (figurative)
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