precautionary methods
[pri-ˈkȯ-shə-ner-ē ˈme-thədz]
noun phrasepl: precautionary methods
métodos preventivos / medidas precaucionais
1. Actions or procedures taken in advance to prevent something unwanted or dangerous from happening; safety measures
The hospital implemented precautionary methods to prevent the spread of infection.
O hospital implementou métodos preventivos para evitar a propagação de infecções.
2. Preventive strategies used to reduce risk or likelihood of harm before it occurs
Precautionary methods include wearing protective equipment and following safety protocols.
Os métodos preventivos incluem o uso de equipamento de proteção e seguir protocolos de segurança.
3. Proactive measures taken based on the precautionary principle to manage potential risks
During the pandemic, governments adopted precautionary methods such as quarantine and testing.
Durante a pandemia, os governos adotaram medidas precaucionais como quarentena e testes.
In Brazilian workplace and healthcare contexts, precautionary methods (métodos preventivos) are increasingly emphasized in compliance training and occupational safety regulations. In the USA, this term is commonly used in medical, legal, and corporate risk management discussions, particularly gaining prominence post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Related Idioms & Phrases
better safe than sorry (precautionary principle)
an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
to take precautions
to err on the side of caution
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