Concept information
Preferred term
hazardous materials
Definition
- A hazardous material is any item or agent (biological, chemical, physical) that has the potential to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment. A hazardous materials spill occurs when hazardous materials are released in an uncontrolled manner. [Source: Encyclopedia of Crisis Management; Hazardous Materials]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/hazardous_materials
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