Officials had shut down the work site over concerns about lead contamination. While stricter decontamination measures are now in place, concerns over safety persist.
Tag: Workplace Hazards and Violations
Russia Confirms Radioactive Materials Were Involved in Deadly Blast
As signs of a secretive cleanup effort emerged, an official statement hinted at an accident involving a new nuclear engine for missiles.
Gas Plant Explosion in Central China Kills at Least 10
State media accounts gave no explanation for the blast, which occurred at a factory in Henan Province.
Brazil Mining Giant Vale to Pay $107 Million to Compensate Workers for Dam Disaster
The announcement follows a court ruling last week that the company was financially liable for the January disaster that killed at least 247 people, when a wave of toxic waste breached a dam.
In Japan, It’s a Riveting TV Plot: Can a Worker Go Home on Time?
On this show, a 30-something project manager in the famously overworked nation wants nothing more than to get out of the office and into her favorite bar for happy hour.
Domestic Workers Are Killed in Cyprus, and Authorities Face a Reckoning
At least seven women and girls are believed to be victims of a Cyprus serial killer. The case raised questions about the treatment of domestic workers.
Ted Baker Chief, Ray Kelvin, Resigns Amid Harassment Claims
The retail tycoon had been accused of trying to massage people in the office, touching people inappropriately and asking employees for sex.
Stop Asking Women About Childbearing Status, China Tells Employers
The Chinese government, which has struggled to keep women from leaving the labor force, is taking new steps to combat persistent workplace discrimination.
Bangladesh Fire Tears Through Crowded Neighborhood, Killing 70
The fire broke out at a building in a centuries-old neighborhood, and reports said flammable materials had been stored at the site.
Another Side of #MeToo: Male Managers Fearful of Mentoring Women
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, some male leaders said they were avoiding one-on-one time with junior female colleagues, a trend that could deprive women of valuable exposure.