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if you mean by 'Safely' not to use any chemically toxic sprays - keep all containers that could contain water emptied - tires, kids toys, the tray to flower pots, etc;. use 'Mosquito Dunks' in fish ponds; adding a recirculating pump will help; keep grass cut short; and if possible use fans! especially around the immediate eating/sitting areas; https://www.laskoproducts.com/electric-fans-designed-for-outdoor-use-are-loaded-with-features-2/ and good property maintenance
http://ucanr.edu/datastoreFiles/268-585.pdf There are some 'sprays' that may be temporarily effective - or not! most DIY repellants, like Listerine, Avon SkinSoSoft, Johnson's baby creme, etc. are anecdotal with no real scientific authentication.
https://www.doityourself.com/stry/keeping-flies-and-pests-off-the-patio