Mitigating the threats would be adjusting the EK T and Cs to retain their pilots. A total net loss in pilot numbers last year when those joining were outnumbered by those leaving. By stopping pilots leaving with a improved package and conditions, training requirements would fall dramatically, and low houred trainers would not be needed.
So what is happening now is not mitigating risk. It's trying to make the best of the position they backed themselves into.