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01/02

OSHA issues recommended practices to promote workplace anti-retaliation programs

OSHA issues recommended practices to promote workplace anti-retaliation programs.  Available from <http://www.safety-reporter.com/articleview/28133-osha-issues-recommended-practices-to-promote-workplace-anti-retaliation-programs> [January 31, 2017] The United States’ Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued Recommended Practices for Anti-Retaliation Programs to help employers create workplaces in which workers feel comfortable voicing their concerns without fear of retaliation. The recommendations are intended to apply to all…
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01/02

Managing mental health in the workplace: Advice for employers and employees

Managing mental health in the workplace: Advice for employers and employees By Ann Arnold for Best Practice.  Available from <http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-01-30/managing-mental-health-in-workplace-advice-employers-employees/8218288> [January 30, 2016] The start of another work year will sit especially heavily for some. So how can managers respond to mental health issues in the workplace? Imagine a call centre employee, we'll call her…
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01/02

Here’s why worker safety is a sustainability essential

Here's why worker safety is a sustainability essential by David Michaels and John Henshaw.  Available from <https://www.greenbiz.com/article/heres-why-worker-safety-sustainability-essential> [Thursday, January 26, 2017 - 1:44am] This article originally appeared on the website of the U.S. Department of Labor. When you think about sustainability, what comes to mind? Energy consumption, emissions reductions, polar bears, recycling, the triple bottom…
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25/01

Tips to reduce risk of excessive occupational sitting

Tips to reduce risk of excessive occupational sitting reported by Haydee.  Available from <http://content.safetyculture.com.au/news/index.php/01/tips-reduce-risk-excessive-occupational-sitting/> [11:24pm, Tuesday 24 January, 2017 ] Physical inactivity and excessive occupational sitting can lead to serious health conditions including obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer, as well as serious injuries. Because of this, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland reminds office workers to…
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