De persoonlijke bescherming
Example: De persoonlijke bescherming is belangrijk op de bouwplaats.
Definition
"De persoonlijke bescherming" refers to the safety measures and equipment designed to protect an individual from physical harm or injury, especially in hazardous environments like construction sites. It includes items such as helmets, gloves, and protective clothing that ensure personal safety.
Etymology
The phrase "de persoonlijke bescherming" comes from Dutch, where "persoonlijke" means 'personal' and "bescherming" means 'protection.' It literally translates to 'the personal protection.' The term emphasizes individual safety, especially in work or dangerous contexts. Did you know? The word "bescherming" derives from the verb "beschermen," which traces back to Middle Dutch, meaning 'to guard or shield.'
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"De persoonlijke bescherming" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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