After the tragedy, New Yorkers became aware of the appalling conditions in sweatshops. Investigators tightened New York City building, safety and fire codes, which eventually led to acts such as the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). OSHA states that all workers have the right to:
- working conditions that do not pose a threat to their safety
- request workplace inspections
- use the law to defend their rights without being discriminated against
- receive training and information to prepare for, and help prevent, hazards
- access workplace test results and records related to hazards and work-related injuries and illnesses.
- working conditions that do not pose a threat to their safety
- request workplace inspections
- use the law to defend their rights without being discriminated against
- receive training and information to prepare for, and help prevent, hazards
- access workplace test results and records related to hazards and work-related injuries and illnesses.
"(OSHA) has benefited employees by creating the groundwork for a safe place of employment, establishing training on safety topics and areas of concerns found in general industry, maritime and construction..."
~ Matthew Deptola, Industrial Hygienist (go to Interviews page for full interview)