safety principle
nounUK /ˈseɪfti ˈprɪnsəpəl/
US /ˈseɪfti ˈprɪnsəpəl/
A safety principle is a simple rule that helps keep people safe from harm.
Wearing a helmet is a safety principle we follow when riding bikes.
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2. A basic idea in engineering that says a design should not hurt people even if something goes wrong.
Engineers used a safety principle to make the machine stop automatically if it overheats.
3. A core belief in a workplace that everyone has the right to go home unharmed.
The factory's safety principle means workers can report dangers without fear.
4. A guiding rule in sports or play that prevents injuries.
Checking the field for holes is a safety principle before any game.