safety first

idiom

used to say that the most important thing is to be safe

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Success will require collaboration between public and private sectors, community engagement and a commitment to safety first. David Roberts, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 Worker safety first, community safety second? The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has possibly the strongest protections. Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 4 Jan. 2025 The Tennessee State Park system recommends people wear sturdy shoes, consider the weather when planning their visit and to remember safety first. Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2024 Emergency responders are working hard to respond to weather incidents but are prioritizing life safety first. John Bacon, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 The embassy suggested those considering traveling in Haiti to consider their personal safety first. Greg Wehner, Fox News, 11 Nov. 2024 Anyone considering going on a date with him should be required to watch a supercut of this season for their own safety first. Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 24 June 2024 These efforts will be undertaken while ensuring that the use of AI puts safety first, and adheres to industry regulations, ethical considerations, and data security best practices. Randy Bean, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024 First, remember that the airline is putting your safety first. Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2024

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“Safety first.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safety%20first. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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