Workplace Safety Vocabulary

noun a visual impairment that prevents an individual from distinguishing certain colors

• Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency, is a condition in which a person is unable to distinguish certain colors.
• My friend has color blindness, so he has trouble telling the difference between red and green.
• Some people think color blindness means you only see in black and white, but that's not true.
• In a world full of color, color blindness can make things seem a little dull.

noun a measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous, unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening

• It is advisable to take precautionary measures before entering the hazardous area.
• Make sure you wear your helmet as a precaution while riding your bike.
• I always double-check my work as a precaution to avoid any mistakes.
• She always kept her emotions guarded as a precaution against getting hurt.

noun a type of footwear that is sturdy and heavy, designed for stomping or heavy walking

• The soldier wore a sturdy pair of stomping boots during the military exercise.
• I love my new stomping boots, they're so comfortable for long walks.
• Check out those badass stomping boots, they look so cool!
• She marched into the meeting with her stomping boots on, ready to assert her authority.