safety padding
[/ˈseɪfti ˈpædɪŋ/]
nounpl: safety paddings
acolchoamento de segurança
1. protective cushioning material applied to surfaces to prevent injury from impact or collision
The gymnasium installed safety padding around all the support columns.
O ginásio instalou acolchoamento de segurança em torno de todas as colunas de suporte.
2. foam or rubber covering used in sports equipment or environments to reduce risk of injury
The playground equipment was covered with safety padding to protect young children.
O equipamento do parque infantil estava coberto com acolchoamento de segurança para proteger as crianças pequenas.
3. protective layer applied to objects or areas where accidental contact could cause harm
The hospital added safety padding to sharp corners in the patient rooms.
O hospital adicionou acolchoamento de segurança aos cantos afiados nas enfermarias dos pacientes.
Safety padding is particularly important in Brazilian sports facilities, schools, and playgrounds due to emphasis on accident prevention and child safety. In the USA, safety padding regulations are often mandated by OSHA and other safety organizations. The term reflects a global shift toward injury prevention in both recreational and professional environments.
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