Meatpacking plants are facilities where animals are slaughtered, processed, packaged, and distributed for consumption. In the context of "The Jungle," these plants were exposed for their unsanitary conditions.
Related terms
Industrialization: The shift from handmade production to large-scale factory production during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Labor conditions: Refers to the working environment, wages, hours, safety measures, etc., experienced by workers in various industries.
Health codes: Regulations established by governments or agencies to maintain hygiene standards and protect public health in places like restaurants, food processing plants, etc.