hierarchy of controls

[ˈhaɪərɑːrki əv kənˈtroʊlz]
nounpl: hierarchies of controls
hierarquia de controles
1. A systematic approach to occupational health and safety that prioritizes control measures from most to least effective in eliminating or reducing workplace hazards
The hierarchy of controls ranks elimination as the most effective control method, followed by substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment.
A hierarquia de controles classifica a eliminação como o método de controle mais eficaz, seguido de substituição, controles de engenharia, controles administrativos e equipamento de proteção individual.
2. A framework used in risk management and safety management systems to determine the priority and implementation strategy for hazard mitigation
When designing a new workplace, managers should follow the hierarchy of controls to ensure maximum worker protection.
Ao projetar um novo local de trabalho, os gerentes devem seguir a hierarquia de controles para garantir a máxima proteção dos trabalhadores.
This term is fundamental in occupational safety culture in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it is mandated by NR (Normas Regulamentadoras) standards, particularly NR-5 and NR-9. In the USA, OSHA emphasizes this approach in workplace safety programs. The concept reflects a global shift toward prioritizing elimination of hazards rather than relying solely on personal protective equipment.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
control hierarchyhazard control hierarchycontrol precedencerisk control hierarchy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
hierarquia de controles
Standard term used in occupational safety and health regulations
Portugal
hierarquia de controlos
Uses European spelling; widely used in European safety standards
USA/International
hierarchy of controls
Standardized terminology in OSHA and international safety frameworks

Related Words

eliminationsubstitutionengineering controlsadministrative controlspersonal protective equipment (PPE)occupational health and safetyhazard mitigationrisk management

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow the hierarchy of controls
apply the hierarchy of controls
respect the hierarchy of controls
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