Isolation Area
/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən ˈɛəriə/
Definitions
- (n.) A designated legal or regulatory space for separating individuals, materials, or data to prevent contamination, interference, or unauthorized access.
The prison established an isolation area to segregate high-risk inmates from the general population.
Forms
- isolation area
- isolation areas
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Commentary
In drafting, clearly define the purpose and criteria of an isolation area to avoid ambiguity, particularly regarding access restrictions and duration.
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