De veiligheidshelm
Example: De bouwvakkers dragen altijd een veiligheidshelm op het werk.
Definition
"De veiligheidshelm" is a protective helmet worn on construction sites to safeguard workers' heads from injuries caused by falling objects, collisions, or other hazards. It is an essential safety equipment ensuring the well-being of construction workers.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de veiligheidshelm" combines "veiligheid," meaning safety, and "helm," meaning helmet. The word "helm" traces back to Old High German "helm," referring to a protective head covering. Did you know? The concept of safety helmets became widespread in construction only in the 20th century to prevent head injuries.
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"De veiligheidshelm" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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