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Heatwaves will change the way Australians work in the future, finds JCU research
Longer and more frequent heatwaves will inevitably change the way Australians work in the future, a public health specialist says.
Key points:
- Hotter weather is likely to affect how Australians carry out some jobs
- A researcher says understanding the impact of heat on workplace injuries will improve management practices
- AI systems are being planned to update people so they can prepare for weather changes
Associate Professor Richard Franklin from James Cook University (JCU) says extreme heat might already be causing more injuries in outdoor workplaces than previously thought.
Dr Franklin…
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