warning stripe

[/ˈwɔːrnɪŋ straɪp/]
nounpl: warning stripes
faixa de advertência
1. A colored stripe or band, typically yellow and black or red and white, used to mark hazardous areas, equipment, or spaces to alert people to potential danger
The warning stripes on the edge of the platform indicate the danger zone.
As faixas de advertência na beira da plataforma indicam a zona de perigo.
2. Diagonal or horizontal stripes applied to machinery, stairs, or construction areas to draw attention to safety hazards
Make sure the warning stripes are visible on all moving equipment.
Certifique-se de que as faixas de advertência estão visíveis em todos os equipamentos em movimento.
Warning stripes are a universal safety standard used in both Brazilian and American workplaces, particularly in construction, manufacturing, and transportation. In Brazil, ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas) provides specific standards for safety markings. The yellow and black combination is internationally recognized and preferred in high-hazard environments.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
hazard stripesafety stripecaution stripedanger marking

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
faixa de advertência
Most common term used in safety regulations and construction
Rio de Janeiro
faixa amarela e preta
Often describes the specific yellow and black pattern
São Paulo
faixa de segurança
Alternative term emphasizing safety aspect
Portugal
faixa de aviso
Slightly different phrasing but same concept

Related Words

hazardsafetycautionwarning signdanger zonesafety marking

Related Idioms & Phrases

paint something with warning stripes
mark with warning stripes
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