fire hazard
[ˈfaɪər ˈhæzərd]
nounpl: fire hazards
risco de incêndio
1. A person, object, or condition that increases the risk or danger of fire
That old electrical wiring is a fire hazard.
Essa fiação elétrica antiga é um risco de incêndio.
2. A building or area deemed unsafe due to conditions that could easily ignite or spread fire
The abandoned warehouse was declared a fire hazard by the city inspector.
O galpão abandonado foi declarado um risco de incêndio pelo inspetor da cidade.
3. Any flammable material or situation that violates fire safety codes
Storing paint cans near the heater is a fire hazard.
Armazenar latas de tinta perto do aquecedor é um risco de incêndio.
Fire hazard assessments are taken very seriously in both the USA and Brazil as part of building codes and safety regulations. In Brazil, particularly in older urban areas like Rio and São Paulo, fire hazard inspections (vistoria de risco de incêndio) are mandatory for commercial buildings and rental properties. Landlords who ignore fire hazards can face significant fines and legal liability.
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