Unsafe Working Conditions

Definition

Unsafe working conditions refer to hazardous or dangerous environments in which employees are at risk of injury, illness, or death due to inadequate safety measures or lack of proper precautions.

Related terms

Labor Union: An organization formed by workers to protect their rights and advocate for better working conditions.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): A government agency responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions by setting standards and regulations.

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire: A tragic event in 1911 where 146 garment workers died due to locked exit doors, highlighting the need for improved workplace safety regulations.