Hazard
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Visible vs Invisible
Hazards can be physical, like a slippery floor, or not obvious, like harmful fumes. A gas leak presents an invisible hazard.
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Severity Varies
A hazard might be minor or serious; context helps indicate its severity. Wet floors are a minor hazard compared to a fire.
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Prevention Focus
Often used where prevention or caution is needed to avoid potential danger. Safety equipment reduces the hazard in the chemical plant.