Research/Studies

Washington — A high-quality work schedule may be as important as pay to employees’ overall well-being, yet nearly two-thirds lack beneficial schedule components, results of a recent study suggest.

Washington — Protecting crane operators from heat-related injury and illness is the focus of a recently published report from the National Safety Council and the NCCCO Foundation.

College Station, TX — Forestry workers could benefit from the use of exoskeletons that support their back and upper limbs, results of a recent study show.

Washington — Enhancing the visibility of roadside service vehicles – especially at night – is best achieved with two to four lights in specific colors and flash patterns, results of a recent research review show.

Silver Spring, MD — Construction employers can help make Hispanic workers safer by boosting the number of Spanish-speaking supervisors in the field.

London — Researchers should work closely with occupational safety and health practitioners to enhance decision-making on workplace safety issues, a new research review concludes.

Washington — Job insecurity is triggering workplace stress for more than half of employees, while nearly 2 out of 5 fear losing their job amid ongoing government layoffs, results of a recent survey show.

Brussels — How well did you sleep last night? The answer could determine whether the darker side of your personality comes out at work the next day, researchers say.

Urbana, IL — Evening commuters are more likely to pull into a fast-food drive-thru when they’re held up by unexpected traffic delays, “leading to unhealthier eating for millions each year,” according to the results of a recent study.

Geneva, Switzerland — Proactive policies are needed to ensure technologies such as artificial intelligence, digitalization, robotics and automation are implemented safely and equitably, according to the International Labor Organization.