A bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced the PRO (Protecting the Right to Organize) Act, a sweeping labor reform bill aimed at expanding workers’ rights to unionize, negotiate for better […]
Lawmakers Reintroduce the PRO Act to Strengthen Workers’ Rights More
Employees who commute by bicycle may take fewer sick days and experience fewer long-term absences, according to new research from the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health. The study found that
Cycling Is Linked to Fewer Sick Days, Study Finds More
Workplace bullying and sleep problems are more connected than many realize. New research suggests that bullying at work doesn’t just affect employees during the day but can also disrupt their
Workplace Bullying and Sleep Problems Can Impact Employees and Their Partners More
OSHA has officially withdrawn its COVID-19 reporting and recordkeeping requirements, signaling a significant shift in workplace safety regulations. The agency announced in a February 5 memo that they will no
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Recent findings suggest that there’s an elevated exposure risk for electronics waste recycling workers. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study found alarming levels of mercury contamination at
Elevated Exposure Risk for Electronics Waste Recycling Workers More
The construction industry is changing, and one of the most notable shifts is the growing presence of Hispanic workers. From 2011 to 2023, the proportion of Hispanic construction workers nearly
Report Finds Surging Fatalities Among Hispanic Construction Workers More
Ladder-related serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) have decreased by 21% over the past five years, according to the latest Ladder Safety Training and Citations Survey from the American Ladder Institute
Survey Finds Decline in Ladder-Related Serious Injuries and Fatalities More
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule to protect workers from the health hazards associated with carbon tetrachloride (CTC). Known for its toxicity, CTC exposure has been linked
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Eighty percent of modern workers report feeling pressure to stay connected to work outside regular hours. This persistent state of hyperconnectivity, fueled by digital workplace demands, is taking a toll
Hyperconnectivity Strains Employee Well-Being More
A staggering 80% of the modern workforce is employed in sedentary roles, leading to a greater risk of insomnia symptoms, according to a new study led by University of South
Job Design Can Threaten Employees’ Sleep Health More
