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Workers who choose to undertake casual employment are more likely to believe such arrangements have a positive effect on their health and wellbeing, while "constrained" casuals can feel disempowered, Australian researchers have found.

Conducting workplace surveys and health checks is the first of three steps to reducing the risk of injuries among older workers, and embracing the benefits of an ageing workforce, such as loyalty, says an occupational therapist.

Workers who are subjected to bullying and stress at work are more likely to have children and grandchildren with autism or cancer, and their employers could be held liable under the due diligence provisions of the model WHS Act, a new Australian white paper says.

Measles alert issued after Qld worker diagnosed with the disease; WA regulator calls for safer approach after sixth agriculture death; and Western Australian workplace safety awards open.

Western Australian employer fined over death after string of drum explosions; Employers urged to train young workers to voice OHS concerns; Workplace flu vaccinations critical with epidemic looming; South Australian workers urged to promote OHS in online campaign; and Tasmanian safety awards open.

When considering whether to adopt a wellness program, employers should ensure they have a willing "chief" and a worker who is committed to champion the initiative, US researchers have suggested.

Safe Work Australia has published a guidance note on the known hazards of 16 chemicals, and how to determine when to stop exposing workers to them. Also in this article, manufacturers have been put on notice after a second SWA report found the sector has the highest workers' comp and incident rates for young workers.

Employers warned to be wary of early, severe flu season; and Mice-tumour study raises further concerns over workplace nanomaterials.

Researchers have urged employers to encourage injured workers to return to work more swiftly, after they found those who are absent on workers' comp for longer than six months are highly likely to gain weight, increasing the chances of further claims.

Finnish researchers have identified the psychosocial work factors that increase - and decrease - the likelihood of workplace accidents and sick leave.