atsargumo

Atsargumo is a Basque noun describing the practice or mindset of taking precautions to reduce risk and prevent harm. It covers deliberate actions in daily life, work, and public settings aimed at avoiding accidents and losses.

Linguistically, the term expresses the notion of caution in Basque and is used in various registers to emphasize careful planning and foresight.

Usage: In safety training, public health, and policy discussions, atsargumo is reflected through risk assessments, guidelines, checklists, and protective measures.

In Basque-speaking regions, campaigns for road safety, workplace safety, and disaster preparedness commonly stress atsargumo as a shared responsibility.

See also: precaution, safety culture, risk management.