Research/Studies

Washington — Outdoor workers may lower their risk of developing kidney problems by regularly drinking water and resting in the shade, a group of international researchers say.

Gainesville, FL — If employees are having to “circle back,” “ladder up” or look for “low-hanging fruit,” it might be hurting their morale, researchers say.

Washington — Federal standards on child labor are “limited and increasingly outdated,” according to the nonpartisan Economic Policy Institute, which is calling on states to strengthen laws that protect young workers.

Exeter, England — A competitive workplace culture may increase the risk of feeling like an impostor on the job, which can adversely affect employee well-being, researchers say.

Boulder, CO — Male cancer survivors with physically demanding jobs “report significantly worse well-being than those in less physically intense roles,” according to a study led by University of Colorado researchers.

Washington — The American Transportation Research Institute is looking for input from trucking industry stakeholders on the most critical issues facing the profession.

Baton Rouge, LA — How effective are fans at reducing heat stress and improving worker comfort under hot and humid conditions in industrial environments that don’t have air conditioning?

San Mateo, CA — Nearly 2 out of 5 health care workers have considered quitting because of safety concerns, including half of all nurses, according to a new report from Verkada.

Albuquerque, NM — Commuters may be more prone to ride a bike to work if a protected lane is available, a recent study led by a University of New Mexico researcher suggests.

Lawrence, KS — Researchers at the National Center for Construction Safety at the University of Kansas are set to examine how telematics can affect fleet safety for small and medium-sized construction firms.