hazardcausing
Hazardcausing is an adjective used in safety and risk management to describe a condition, substance, or action that has the potential to create or amplify harm. It denotes the source or origin of risk, rather than the end result. The term is commonly employed in risk assessments, safety audits, and hazard identifications to distinguish factors that may generate hazards from the hazards themselves.
Common hazardcausing categories include physical hazards (sharp edges, unguarded machinery), chemical hazards (flammable solvents, corrosive cleaners),
Identification of hazardcausing factors is a first step in risk management. Organizations apply methods such as
While the term is largely descriptive, it appears in safety standards and compliance discussions across industries.