harmful factors
[ˈhɑrmfəl ˈfæktərz]
noun phrasepl: harmful factors
fatores prejudiciais
1. Elements, conditions, or substances that cause damage, injury, or negative effects to health, safety, or well-being
Smoking is one of the most harmful factors that affect lung health.
Fumar é um dos fatores prejudiciais que afetam a saúde pulmonar.
2. In occupational health and safety, environmental or workplace hazards that pose risks to workers
The factory must eliminate harmful factors such as chemical exposure and excessive noise.
A fábrica deve eliminar fatores prejudiciais como exposição química e ruído excessivo.
3. Circumstances or influences that negatively impact development, progress, or success
Economic instability and poor infrastructure are harmful factors for business growth.
A instabilidade econômica e infraestrutura deficiente são fatores prejudiciais para o crescimento empresarial.
In Brazil, this term is commonly used in occupational health and safety (saúde e segurança do trabalho), environmental health discussions, and public health campaigns. It reflects growing awareness of workplace safety and health risks in developing industrial sectors. In Portugal, the term is frequently used in EU-compliant safety regulations and industrial standards.
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