precautionary principle

Many definitions of the precautionary principle exist. In the following the definition of the precautionary principle of the European Commission is given:
"The precautionary principle may be invoked where urgent measures are needed in the face of a possible danger to human, animal or plant health, or to protect the environment where scientific data do not permit a complete evaluation of the risk. It may not be used as a pretext for protectionist measures. This principle is applied mainly where there is a danger to public health."
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