precautionary

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She has said that the government should take a "precautionary principle" approach, where the use of a chemical is stopped if the potential harm could outweigh the benefits - considering the emerging risks of some PFAS.

From BBC

"This advice is intended to help EU risk managers determine when products should be withdrawn from the market as a precautionary public health measure," it added.

From Barron's

The detection led to the precautionary recall of all products in contact with the production line where cereulide had been detected.

From Barron's

The logic is clear: If the state covers more healthcare and pension costs, households will feel safe enough to stop their “precautionary saving” and start spending again.

From MarketWatch

Karen believes it was a precautionary measure because doctors in Glasgow were so worried he would pick up an infection inside their hospital.

From BBC