A janitor mops the floor of a hospital waiting room. When he is finished, he displays a “Caution: Wet Floor” sign. This is an example of

The janitor is using a measure to reduce the risk of someone slipping on the wet floor. That protective measure is a safeguard. The sign communicates a caution, but in this situation it serves as a safeguard by helping prevent an accident.

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