avoid something(чего-либо; Moving parts in contact require lubrication to avoid excessive wear. (Правильный английский эквивалент – to avoid something, но программа автоматически удаляет частицу to.) I. Havkin)
to prevent(file drawers should be closed immediately after use to prevent strike injuries • To prevent unauthorised access, we maintain appropriate physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information and data stored on our system.SirReal)
prevent their recurrence(It focuses on the systematic investigation of the root causes of non-conformities in an attempt to prevent their recurrence (for corrective action) or to prevent ... wikipedia.orgAlexander Demidov)