One factory worker died and five others were injured in a dyeing factory fire in Bangladesh on Sunday, Sept. 28.
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The Battle for a Safer Bangladesh Goes On
In the year since the devastating factory collapse in Bangladesh killed more than 1,100 workers, efforts have been continuing to improve safety in the country’s garment industry. Although progress has undoubtedly been made, two recent reports highlight how divisions within and among some major brands may be hampering efforts to prevent another catastrophic collapse or fire.
Read MoreFrom Mississippi to Bangladesh and Back: The Life Cycle of a T-shirt
NPR’s “Planet Money” show has recently published a series of shows on the life cycle of a T-shirt. The first episode covers the source of the cotton, the second covers the manufacturing of the men’s shirt in Bangladesh, and the third covers the manufacturing of the women’s shirt in Columbia.
Read MoreUndercover Investigation: Bangladesh factory conditions revealed
Poor quality cement and iron rods have been blamed in a government committee report for a massive building collapse in Bangladesh in which more than 1,000 people were killed. The recent building collapse is the latest incident in a string of hazardous working conditions.
CBS News correspondent Holly Williams recently went undercover in Bangladesh to further investigate safety violations.
Read MoreFire Kills 8 in Bangladesh Garment Factory as Collapse Death Toll Hits 950
Eight people were killed Wednesday evening at a garment factory in Bangladesh, two weeks after a separate garment factory collapsed in the country, killing more than 900. Wednesday’s fire was caused when acrylic material used to make sweaters somehow ignited. Investigators are looking into how the fabric caught fire.
Read MoreZero Tolerance for Child Labor in India, Bangladesh Resists
This week, India announced its intention to adopt a zero tolerance policy for child and forced labor in its apparel supply chain. Days later, neighboring Bangladesh barred a U.S. inquiry into its textile sector.
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