hazard control
/ˈhæzərd kənˈtroʊl/ · haz·ard con·trol
noun
- The process, methods, or devices used to eliminate, reduce, or manage hazards, especially in occupational, environmental, or engineering contexts. The factory installed new ventilation systems as part of its hazard control program to protect workers from airborne contaminants.
Synonyms
risk mitigationsafety managementdanger mitigationrisk controlprotective measuressafety controlspreventive measuresrisk reduction
Antonyms
Did you know? The term "hazard control" gained prominence after the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) adopted it in its 1970s regulations, making it a staple phrase in workplace safety guidelines worldwide.