hazard analysis

[/ˈhæzərd əˈnæləsɪs/]
nounpl: hazard analyses
análise de riscos
1. A systematic process of identifying, evaluating, and assessing potential dangers, risks, or hazards in a workplace, product, or system that could cause harm to people, property, or the environment
The factory conducted a comprehensive hazard analysis to identify safety risks in their manufacturing process.
A fábrica realizou uma análise de riscos abrangente para identificar perigos no seu processo de fabricação.
2. In food safety, a systematic examination of food production processes to identify biological, chemical, or physical hazards
HACCP requires a thorough hazard analysis before implementing control measures.
O APPCC exige uma análise de riscos minuciosa antes de implementar medidas de controle.
3. A formal risk assessment methodology used in occupational health and safety management
The hazard analysis revealed that proper protective equipment was essential in this department.
A análise de riscos revelou que o equipamento de proteção adequado era essencial neste departamento.
Hazard analysis is a critical concept in Brazilian occupational safety legislation (Norma Regulamentadora NR-12, NR-35, etc.) and food safety standards (APPCC). It is widely used in industries, food processing plants, and construction sites. The term reflects Brazil's growing emphasis on workplace safety and regulatory compliance, particularly following increased adoption of ISO safety standards. In the USA, hazard analysis is fundamental to OSHA regulations and workplace safety culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
risk assessmenthazard identificationdanger analysisthreat evaluationsafety assessment
Antonyms / Antônimos
risk acceptancehazard ignorance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
análise de riscos
Most common and widely used in Brazilian Portuguese, especially in industrial and food safety contexts
General Brazilian
análise de perigos
Alternative term, particularly used in food safety and APPCC (HACCP in Portuguese)
São Paulo
avaliação de riscos
Commonly used in corporate safety protocols and industrial contexts
Portugal
análise de riscos
Used in Portuguese legislation and safety standards; sometimes 'análise de perigos'

Related Words

HACCPoccupational safetyrisk managementsafety protocolaccident preventionworkplace hazardcontrol measuresexposure assessment

Related Idioms & Phrases

to conduct a hazard analysis
hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP)
preliminary hazard analysis (PHA)
failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
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