What does the cryptic crossword clue "Check on limits of safety practice (6)" mean?

The definition is "Check". The wordplay uses charade, parts. SY (middle of "safety") [outer letters: "limits"] + STEM (synonym of "Check"); definition: "practice" The answer is SYSTEM.

Check on limits of safety practice (6)

Independent Cryptic #11835 | 12 Across | 2024-09-14 flower

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