S+H Staff

Washington — Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI) is the new chair of the House Education and the Workforce Committee for the 119th Congress, which kicked off Jan. 3.

Canberra, Australia — A recently launched series of case studies from Safe Work Australia is intended to help identify on-the-job psychosocial risks, assess and control them, and review control measures.

St. Louis — Older workers who volunteer – even in small amounts – can experience slower biological aging, according to a recent study.

Toddler diet quality improved “significantly” over a recent 20-year period, results of a recent study show, but researchers still see room for improvement.

Kerman, Iran — More than 3 out of 5 truck drivers have a musculoskeletal disorder – largely as a result of work-related risk factors – results of a recent research review show.

Los Angeles — Employers who take “organization-level” measures to prevent discrimination may help improve employees’ mental health, researchers say after they surveyed more than 1,500 middle-aged workers.

Washington — The Federal Railroad Administration is seeking to bring “clarity, transparency and consistency” to the process by which railroads petition to have safety requirements waived or suspended.

Sydney — Although standing has gained popularity as a way for workers to counteract the detrimental effects of sitting for extended periods, a new study shows it may not be as healthful as previously believed.

Youth cheerleaders should get an annual preparticipation physical exam so pediatricians can “assess any injuries” and educate patients and parents on ways to practice the sport safely.

Washington — For workers who are exposed to arc flash hazards, the type of personal protective clothing they’re wearing may mean the difference between being severely injured or walking away unharmed.