Following a deadly mining accident that killed 82 miners in Qinyuan county, China has launched a month-long nationwide workplace safety inspection. An official from the provincial emergency management department is under investigation for "serious violations of discipline and law."
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an unveiled three initiatives to enhance workplace safety: a four-year "Tech to Reduce Disasters" plan for major construction projects, "XR Simulation Training" for high-risk scenarios, and a "Summer Heat Outdoor Work Project" to combat extreme weather. The city aims to integrate AI and smart technology to prevent accidents and protect workers.
SEOUL, May 1 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Friday pledged unwavering co...
President Lee Jae Myung delivered his Labor Day address at Cheong Wa Dae, pledging unwavering commitment to workplace safety and vowing to build a 'normal' country where no worker risks their life. It marked the first Labor Day event held at the presidential office, with about 130 participants from labor, management and government. South Korea restored the name to Labor Day last year and designated it as a national holiday earlier this year.
Amazon is facing renewed criticism and multiple lawsuits regarding its workplace safety record and injury reporting. Workers and advocates allege the company suppresses injury data and mistreats injured staff, claims which Amazon consistently denies.
