dead man's switch

dead man's switch
a switch that automatically stops a machine or vehicle after a set period of inactivity from the operator.
Syn: Drivers Safety Device, DSD, UK, dead mans trigger, dead mans pedal, dead mans handle, dead mans control, dead mans brake, kill switch, vigilance control, live-man switch

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