Abstracts » Health

Time will tell: don't let the risk of round-the-clock shifts hurt your workers

Article Abstract:

Companies operating 24 hours a day should establish an optimum shiftwork arrangement to ensure the health and safety of their workers and enhance productivity. This requires serious consideration of the several types of shifting methods, including fixed and rotating. Another important consideration is the effect of the work environment and a particular shift on the employee's sleep cycle and personal life.

Business Personnel Management, Methods, Management, Human resource management, Shift work, Human resource management )

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A look at workers' compensation

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the continued downward trend of compensation settlements made to workers in American industry are discussed, with evidence of improved health and safety having a dramatic impact on industry.

Finance, Employee safety education, Damages, Damages (Law)

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What happens to safety when the economy falters?

Article Abstract:

The effects of economic downturn on workplace safety are discussed.

Safety Management, Industrial management

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