Safety Risks in the Plastic Sector: Assessing Enterprise-level Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Practices

Mustafizur Rahman and Mahrab Al Rahman

No 46, CPD Report from Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD)

Abstract: The plastic industry of Bangladesh constitutes 1 per cent of the GDP and generates USD 166.25 million in exports. However, the industry is grappling with significant Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) challenges, including structural issues, substandard conditions, and a reliance on complex machinery, resulting in workplace hazards like fire, chemical exposure, and electrical risks. The study reveals critical gaps in OSH practices, indicating the need for a comprehensive approach to address the unique challenges the sector is witnessing.

Keywords: Plastic Sector; Safety Risks; Occupational Safety and Health (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 27 pages
Date: 2023-12
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