workplace safety

Occupational Safety Improves in Latin America, Except Among Young People

By Fabiana Frayssinet
Despite progress achieved in occupational safety in Latin America, the rates of work-related accidents and diseases are still worrying, especially among young people, more vulnerable in a context of labour flexibility and unemployment.

Brazil’s FIFA World Cup Preparations Claim Lives

By Fabíola Ortiz
The pressure to complete 12 football stadiums in Brazil in time for the FIFA World Cup in June has meant long, exhausting workdays of up to 18 hours, which has increased the risk of accidents and deaths.


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