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Washington — Artificial intelligence shouldn’t be deployed in workplaces in a way that introduces new health and safety risks.

Washington — A new white paper from the National Safety Council is intended to help employers identify and implement monitoring technology to keep lone workers safe.

Wigston, England — A recent survey of workers with neurodiverse conditions – including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism and dyslexia – shows that 7 out of 10 haven’t told their employer about it.

Los Angeles — At 10:19 a.m. local time on Oct. 19, an estimated 47 million people around the world will take part in an earthquake preparedness drill.

Washington — The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is asking for comment on proposed enforcement guidance aimed at preventing and addressing worker harassment based on sex, race and other protected traits.

Waterloo, Ontario — Workers in moderately hazardous environments may be more likely than those in highly hazardous workplaces to underestimate the degree of safe behaviors needed to avoid injury or illness.

Soborg, Denmark — About half of employees are hesitant to share their thoughts and opinions freely at work, and many say they’ve been treated unfairly, results of a recent survey show.

Oklahoma City — Employers in Oklahoma are encouraged to participate in a free training program with the goal of improving worker health, safety and productivity.

Washington — Employers can better protect teen workers by establishing safe working environments and work hours, the American Psychological Association says.

San Mateo, CA — Nearly 2 out of 3 frontline workers don’t feel safe on the job, results of a recent survey show.