precaution

/priˈkɔʃən/

a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

中文释义：预防措施；预防；警惕

Taking proper precautions can reduce the risk of accidents in the workplace.

采取适当的预防措施可以降低工作场所的事故风险。

As a precaution, the government advised citizens to stock up on food and water.

作为预防措施，政府建议公民储备食物和水。