health hazards
[/helθ ˈhæzərdz/]
nounpl: health hazards
riscos à saúde
1. Substances, conditions, or factors that pose a risk or danger to human health and wellbeing
Asbestos exposure presents serious health hazards to construction workers.
A exposição ao amianto apresenta riscos sérios à saúde dos trabalhadores da construção.
2. Environmental or occupational dangers that can cause illness, injury, or disease
The factory was shut down due to multiple health hazards in the workplace.
A fábrica foi fechada devido aos múltiplos riscos à saúde no local de trabalho.
3. Potentially harmful elements in food, water, air, or consumer products
Heavy metals in drinking water are significant health hazards.
Metais pesados na água potável são riscos significativos à saúde.
In Brazil, 'riscos à saúde' is widely used in occupational safety regulations, environmental protection laws, and public health communications. The term gained increased prominence with stricter labor laws and environmental standards. In the USA, 'health hazards' is a standard term in OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) documentation and workplace safety training. Both countries emphasize workplace safety and health hazard identification as important legal and ethical responsibilities for employers.
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