fixed-site vs fixed site

Both "fixed-site" and "fixed site" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Fixed-site" is used when the term is being used as an adjective to describe a specific type of site, while "fixed site" is used when the term is not being used as an adjective.

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fixed-site

This is correct when used as an adjective to describe a specific type of site.

Use "fixed-site" when the term is being used as an adjective to describe a specific type of site, such as a fixed-site clinic or a fixed-site location.

Examples:

The fixed-site clinic offers free medical services.
The fixed-site location is easily accessible by public transportation.

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Where pollutants have to be measured, the measurements shall be taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling.
means measurements taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling, in accordance with Article 6(5) of Directive 96/62/EC;
Where pollutants have to be measured, the measurements shall be taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling;
5. Where pollutants have to be measured, the measurements shall be taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling. The number of measurements shall be sufficient to enable the levels to be determined.
5. Where pollutants have to be measured, the measurements shall be taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling; the number of measurements shall be sufficiently large to enable the levels observed to be determined.
Where pollutants have to be measured, the measurements shall be taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling; the number of measurements shall be sufficiently large to enable the levels to be determined.
"fixed measurements" means measurements taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling
(c) "fixed measurements" means measurements taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling;
fixed measurements means measurements taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling, in accordance with Article 6(5) of Directive 96/62/EC;
"fixed measurements" shall mean measurements taken at fixed sites, either continuously or by random sampling to determine the levels in accordance with the required data quality objectives;
'fixed measurements' shall mean measurements taken at fixed sites, either continuously or by random sampling, to determine the levels in accordance with the relevant data quality objectives;
This system has to be fixed on-site.
However, many fixed ANPR sites are not constantly manned.
Emperor penguins look identical, and they have no fixed nest sites, so they have to rely solely on vocal calls for identification.
Source is a fixed traffic sign (site specific administrative order, explicit speed limit).
For the purpose of this framework an investment project includes all the fixed investments on a site, made by one or more undertakings, in a period of 3 years.
Will the new site remain fixed or are there likely to be new developments?
Where pollutants have to be measured, the measurements shall be taken at fixed sites either continuously or by random sampling; the number of measurements shall be sufficiently large to enable the levels to be determined.

Alternatives:

stationary site
permanent site
immobile site
unchanging site
static site

fixed site

This is correct when the term is not being used as an adjective.

Use "fixed site" when the term is not being used as an adjective, such as in the sentence "The company has a fixed site for its operations."