identify harm
[aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪ hɑrm]
verb phrase
identificar dano; identificar prejuízo
1. To recognize, detect, or determine the nature and extent of damage, injury, or negative consequences caused by an action, event, or situation
The safety inspector was tasked to identify harm in the workplace after the accident.
O inspetor de segurança foi encarregado de identificar os danos no local de trabalho após o acidente.
2. To establish proof or evidence that harm or injury has occurred as a result of specific circumstances
Experts need to identify harm caused by the contaminated water supply.
Os peritos precisam identificar o prejuízo causado pelo abastecimento de água contaminada.
3. In legal and medical contexts, to document and assess injury or damage for purposes of liability, compensation, or treatment
The court must identify harm to determine appropriate compensation.
O tribunal deve identificar os danos para determinar a indenização apropriada.
This phrase is commonly used in legal proceedings, workplace safety assessments, and medical contexts in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, it's frequently used in insurance claims and occupational health contexts. In the USA, it's particularly important in personal injury law and OSHA workplace safety investigations.
NYC Slang
spot the damage; peep the injury
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