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FRI

4:11PM

Postal communication can reduce sick leave for some workers

A new study has found that contacting workers who are on sick leave can help reduce the time they're absent from work.

THU

4:45PM

Leukaemia rates falling among Australian petroleum workers

Australian petroleum workers have suffered significantly higher rates of mesothelioma than the general population, but the incidence of leukaemia is falling, according to a new study.

WED

12:38PM

How to improve OHS for casual workers

A new study brings together the growing body of research linking casual employment with increased injury rates, and makes recommendations for improving the safety of these workers.

MON

4:23PM

All industries should ban powdered latex gloves: Study

Australian researchers have concluded that substituting powdered latex gloves is effective in reducing allergic reactions and asthma in healthcare workers.

WED

10:04AM

Health workers need more than training to reduce injuries

A new Australian study has found that staff training alone isn't enough to reduce injuries to healthcare workers caused by violent patients, but a multi-strategy approach can be successful.

MON

3:30PM

Newest workers are most likely to be injured

A new study has added to evidence that temporary employees have a higher risk of being injured at work, but the risk is most likely due to being "new" to the workplace.

WED

3:28PM

Human service professions have higher risk of psychological disorders

A new study has found that workers in human service professions - particularly teachers, social workers and healthcare professionals - have a higher risk of developing psychological disorders.

TUE

4:47PM

Sanctions help prevent aggression at work

A new study has highlighted the importance of having clearly-communicated policies covering workplace violence and bullying, showing that employees who perceive they will be punished are less likely to be aggressive at work.

FRI

11:29AM

Study finds "sick building" symptoms are caused by stress

A new study says sick building syndrome might not exist, and the symptoms commonly attributed to it are more likely due to poor psychosocial work factors.

WED

12:10PM

Psychological demands, not work hours, affect admin workers' pain

A study of administration workers has found their musculoskeletal pain is more affected by psychosocial factors than by excessive work hours.

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