Invisible pattern can put a stop to counterfeit fabrics
16 May, 2013Chalmers University of Technology researcher Christian Müller has produced a thread with unique optical properties which can be used to create invisible patterns in fabrics that are only visible under polarised light. From a long-term perspective, Christian Müller’s discovery could also be used to manufacture ‘smart textiles’, such as clothing that changes colours based on electrical charge.
Work-related asthma and cancer being researched
11 April, 2013An internationally respected occupational cancer expert from The University of Western Australia will lead a team of researchers in investigating work-related asthma and cancer.
Research into work readiness after a major event
12 March, 2013Earthquake-related research by the University of Canterbury psychology team in New Zealand may have significant implications for assessments of work readiness.
New police and firefighters at higher risk of mental disorders
04 March, 2013Police, firefighters and other protective services workers who are repeatedly exposed to traumatic events and are new to their profession are at greater risk of developing a psychiatric disorder, according to a new study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The researchers also found that protective services workers do not appear to have a higher prevalence of mental health problems than workers in other occupations. The study results are featured in the February 2013 issue of Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness.
Plan to improve safety in wood industry
28 February, 2013The Wood Products Manufacturing Industry Action Plan was launched by WorkCover NSW to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses and improve injury management.
NTC welcomes centre for fatigue research
27 February, 2013A Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Alertness, Safety and Productivity will be established, after a federal government announcement.
FWO to take part in O-Week
15 February, 2013Students are being encouraged to take advantage of O-Week to find out about their workplace rights, with Fair Work Ombudsman representatives attending university orientation weeks around the country.
Create full chemical safety reports with plug-in
14 February, 2013The European Chemicals Agency has launched a version of the IUCLID chemical safety report (CSR) plug-in.
Possible link between electronic billboards and highway crashes
12 February, 2013A study published in Traffic Injury Prevention has found that drivers take more and longer glances at electronic billboards than regular signs, indicating a possible link between these digital signs and highway crashes.
Policy not enough to stop cyberloafing
07 February, 2013A Kansas State University researcher studied cyberloafing - wasting time at work on the internet - and the effects of internet use policies and punishment on reducing cyberloafing.
Links between visibility and safety from roadway lighting
06 February, 2013US researchers from Lighting Research Center and Penn State have identified links between visibility and safety from roadway lighting.
Building Codes 2013
31 January, 2013Australia’s building and construction industry will benefit from greater certainty under a code for Commonwealth-funded building and construction work released 30 January 2013.
Cleaning jobs linked to asthma risk
23 January, 2013A new study has found strong evidence for a link between cleaning jobs and risk of developing asthma.
Ingested capsule monitors heat stress in firefighters
17 January, 2013Fifty Victorian volunteer firefighters ingested capsules capable of monitoring their vital signs and core temperature during a training exercise.
Research to reduce error in high-risk environments
16 January, 2013A University of Canterbury psychology professor is looking into improving worker performance in potentially dangerous high-risk environments.
