safety stop
A "safety stop" is a precautionary measure used across various fields to prevent accidents and ensure safe practices.
Definition
B2Scuba Diving
(technical, recreational)A pause at a depth of about 5 meters during ascent to allow nitrogen to leave the body, reducing the risk of decompression sickness.
Example
- During the dive, they made a safety stop at 5 meters to avoid decompression sickness.
B2Machinery
(technical, industrial)A mechanism that halts operations to prevent accidents or malfunctions.
Example
- The machine's safety stop activated to prevent an accident.
B2Workplace Safety
(formal, occupational)A halt in work activities when a significant risk to health or safety is identified.
Example
- The team initiated a safety stop after noticing a potential hazard.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "safety stop":
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