Research/Studies

Anxiety and depression widespread among construction workers, survey finds

Chicago — Nearly 2 out of 3 construction workers in the United States have experienced anxiety or depression in the past year, results of a recent annual survey show.

Showing up to work sick no longer a ‘badge of honor,’ survey shows

Woodinville, WA — Do you go to work when you’re sick? Nearly 1 out of 3 people would prefer you didn’t, results of a recent survey show.

New report supports call for data-driven approach to roadway safety

Washington — Predictive analytics can be used to make roadway travel safer, the Governors Highway Safety Association says in a new report.

British worksite inspections reveal ‘serious’ hearing protection gaps

Bootle, England — More than 75% of workers exposed to hazardous noise on the job lack essential knowledge about checking hearing protection for damage or reporting faulty equipment to their employers, a recent inspection campaign has revealed.
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Survey reveals gap in small-business safety training

Washington — Nearly 60% of small-business employees have witnessed a workplace injury in the past year, and almost half of those injuries were considered preventable, results of a recent survey show.

AAA survey finds nearly all drivers get aggressive behind the wheel

Washington — A recent survey of U.S. drivers found that 96% admitted they’ve been aggressive behind the wheel within the past year.

Child labor investigations face ‘resource constraints’: DOL OIG

Washington — The Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division has encountered several challenges when it comes to enforcing child labor laws, the DOL Office of Inspector General concludes in a recent audit.

New NSC white paper: Build safety culture through emotional engagement

Washington — A safety culture that resonates deeply with workers revolves around four key elements and strategies, the National Safety Council says.
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Researchers will look for health risks in lithium-ion battery manufacturing

Houston — A new research initiative from the University of Houston and Underwriters Laboratories is set to examine potential toxic emissions from small-scale lithium-ion battery manufacturing.

Study explores how overuse injuries affect workers

Philadelphia — Overuse injuries on the job can lead to elevated inflammation levels, mood changes and chronic pain, results of a recent study suggest.

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