safehandling

noun

UK /ˈseɪfˌhændlɪŋ/

US /ˈseɪfˌhændlɪŋ/

Safehandling means holding and using things in a way that keeps everyone from getting hurt.

The teacher taught us safehandling of the scissors before craft time.

SYNONYMS

careful handling safe use proper handling secure handling

RELATED WORDS

safety caution protection care precaution

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The set of rules for moving or storing dangerous goods without causing harm.

Workers received training in the safehandling of chemicals.

3. The act of dealing with a situation or person in a careful, non-harmful way.

Her safehandling of the complaint kept the meeting calm.

4. In sports, the skill of catching or controlling the ball without injury.

The coach praised his safehandling of the fast throw.