workplace safety
Department of Labor Says Amazon Failed to 'Keep Workers Safe,' Proposes Fine
The U.S. Department of Labor plans to fine Amazon over $60,000 after OSHA investigations reported unsafe working conditions.
Foodora Couriers Want to Be Among First Gig Economy Workers to Unionize in Canada
Joining the union that represents federal postal workers would ensure better protection and workers’ rights for delivery couriers who do dangerous work.
His Son Was Crushed to Death at Work—Now He Fights for Workers' Rights
David Ellis was 18 years old when he was crushed by a cookie dough mixer 20 years ago.
Florida Fast Food Workers Plan Strike in Response to Violent McDonald's Incident
"We won’t back down until McDonald’s takes responsibility for protecting all workers on the job," said an employee planning to strike.
Has #MeToo Ignored The Most Vulnerable Demographic in India?
The domestic workers have suffered (mostly unreported) systematic abuse in Indian households. And, as author Tripti Lahiri tells VICE, the very system is built to isolate them from this cathartic movement.
Racism, Fairness, Corruption: a Look at Australia’s Free Trade Agreement with China
Organised labour, the Government, and corporations all stand to lose or gain, and all are asking heavy, insinuating questions. Let's go through them one at a time.
Oil Refinery Workers Are on Strike and They're Getting Support from Environmentalists
The strike is now in its third week and environmental groups are supporting demands for improved safety conditions, which could help prevent hazardous leaks or explosions.