Low-Cost Ways of Improving Working Conditions: 100 Examples from Asia (ILO, 1989, 190 p.)

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INTRODUCTION

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Selection of examples

Types of improvements

The potential for action

Contributions of case studies

CHAPTER I: WORK ORGANISATION AND WORKSTATION DESIGN

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1. Workstations

2. Materials handling

3. Housekeeping, storage and access to work locations

4. Job content and work schedules

CHAPTER II: THE PHYSICAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT

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1. Lighting

2. Heat and noise

3. Handling, use and storage of hazardous substances

4. Guards and other safety devices

5. Safe working procedures

CHAPTER III: WELFARE FACILITIES FOR WORKERS

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1. Sanitary facilities

2. Facilities for beverages and meals

3. Recreation, child care, and transport facilities