Instruct employees never to take unnecessary risks.
 Managers should understand ergonomics and how to create safe, healthy work stations and work practices. Educate employees of potential hazards.
 Teach employees how to do their jobs safely. Provide instructions regarding issues such as safe lifting practices. Instruct desk workers to stretch frequently and to get up and move around regularly.
 If a piece of equipment has worn down, employees may think reduced performance of the equipment is normal. Have someone who is familiar with the optimal performance of equipment check it regularly.
Start a safety incentive program to encourage employees to use the safest possible working methods.
Watch for work practices or working conditions that could be hazardous.
Educate employees thoroughly in proper use of equipment.
Enact a preventive maintenance program to keep machinery and equipment working at the optimal level.
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