hazardous work environment
[ˈhæz.ər.dəs wɜrk ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt]
noun phrasepl: hazardous work environments
ambiente de trabalho perigoso
1. A workplace or working conditions that pose significant risks to the health, safety, or well-being of employees due to physical, chemical, biological, or ergonomic hazards
The construction site was deemed a hazardous work environment due to inadequate safety equipment and lack of proper training.
O canteiro de obras foi considerado um ambiente de trabalho perigoso devido à falta de equipamento de segurança adequado e à ausência de treinamento apropriado.
2. Workplace conditions that expose workers to dangers such as toxic substances, extreme temperatures, loud noise, radiation, or physical injury
Chemical factories often operate in a hazardous work environment that requires strict safety protocols.
As fábricas químicas frequentemente operam em um ambiente de trabalho perigoso que requer protocolos de segurança rigorosos.
In Brazil, workplace safety is regulated by the Ministry of Labor and Employment (Ministério do Trabalho e Emprego) and ABNT (Brazilian Association of Technical Standards). In the USA, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) sets standards. Both countries have strict regulations about hazardous environments, and employers can face significant fines for violations. The term is commonly used in legal and regulatory contexts, as well as in workers' compensation claims.
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