noun
precautionary principle; precautionary approach
A policy concept, especially in environmental and health regulation, that advocates preventive action in the face of uncertainty.
予防原則に基づいて、新たな化学物質の使用を制限する動きがある。
There is a move to restrict the use of new chemical substances based on the precautionary principle.
環境政策では予防原則が重要な考え方とされている。
The precautionary principle is considered an important concept in environmental policy.