protective measure
Loading your saved state.
protective measure
An action or precaution taken to protect people, animals, objects, or areas from harm, danger, or negative influences.
Das Tragen eines Helms auf der Baustelle ist eine wichtige Schutzmaßnahme.
Wearing a helmet on the construction site is an important protective measure.
This word is made up of 'der Schutz' (protection) and 'die Maßnahme' (measure). The '-s-' in the middle is a so-called linking s, which connects the two parts of the word.
Die Firma hat neue Schutzmaßnahmen für ihre Mitarbeiter eingeführt.
The company has introduced new protective measures for its employees.
'Schutzmaßnahme' (protective measure) is very often combined with the verbs 'treffen' (to take), 'ergreifen' (to take), or 'einführen' (to introduce). All three express that a measure is actively implemented.
Die Stadt hat Schutzmaßnahmen gegen Hochwasser ergriffen.
The city has taken protective measures against flooding.
To state the purpose of a protective measure, you use the preposition 'gegen' (against) followed by the accusative. The pattern is: 'Schutzmaßnahmen gegen etwas' (protective measures against something).
Welche Schutzmaßnahmen gibt es gegen Cyber-Angriffe?
What protective measures are there against cyberattacks?
The word 'Schutzmaßnahme' (protective measure) belongs to formal language. It is often found in official texts, news reports, instructions, or official announcements.
Aufgrund des Sturms wurden besondere Schutzmaßnahmen angeordnet.
Due to the storm, special protective measures were ordered.
fuse / backup / safety
'die Sicherung' and 'die Schutzmassnahme' both have to do with protection from danger or harm. 'Schutzmassnahme' is a general word for an action or precaution meant to protect. 'Sicherung' can also be this kind of action, but it often refers more specifically to fastening, guarding, or a safety system, for example when climbing or at a location. Learners may confuse the words because both express protection. If you are talking generally about a measure, 'Schutzmassnahme' sounds more natural. If something is being specifically secured, guarded, or protected technically, 'Sicherung' is often a better fit.
Wegen der Hitze ist eine Pause im Schatten eine wichtige Schutzmassnahme.
Because of the heat, taking a break in the shade is an important protective measure.
Beim Klettern prüft Tom zuerst die Sicherung.
When climbing, Tom checks the safety equipment first.