Biological Hazard
/ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈhæzərd/
Definitions
- (n.) A risk or danger originating from biological agents, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, or other organisms, that may cause harm to health or the environment.
The workplace instituted strict protocols to manage exposure to biological hazards during the pandemic.
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- biological hazard
- biological hazards
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Commentary
In legal contexts, biological hazards often implicate regulatory compliance and liability concerns, especially in workplace safety and environmental statutes.
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