Job providers should provide equipment and safety gear that helps to protect workers against repetitive stress injuries. Regular training to emphasize safe lifting and work techniques also can help to reduce the potential for a repetitive stress injury occurring.nnWorkers also can reduce their chances of suffering a repetitive stress injury when they:nUse ergonomic lifting techniques to reduce stress on a specific body partnWear safety gear that is designed to support your back or other body partsnReduce the weight of loads when possible while repeatedly lifting themnWear gloves or wraps that absorb vibration when using vibrating tools