‘Safety gaps in auto supply chains’
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According to the report, nearly 90% of the injured workers that SII assisted and analysed were migrants, from UP, Bihar and Odisha.
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on Jul 10, 2021)Calling for an introspection in safety protocols of various supply chain firms in the colossal automobile manufacturing ecosystem, a study by the Safe In India Foundation (SII) has underlined gaps in 10 auto giants’ policy framework on ensuring safe working conditions for workers employed in their ancillary units.
The findings point to a “disrespect for the lives of workers and the conditions in which they work”. Describing the automobile giants as “role models”, it says they must set very high standards and “demand respect” for human safety in their supply chains.