Greetings to you all, my story is about the issues we face when trying to be involved in a trade union, being passionate about it. Put yourself in my shoes, as I try my best as a young person in a trade union that is dominated by men to find a niche and understand the dynamics
Sexual harassment in the matatu industry is one of the dangerous malpractices discouraging women from working in this sector. As a result, we are coming up with a strategy to end this form of harassment in both the informal and formal sectors of the transport
Many warehouse roles involve isolation or lone working, particularly on night shifts, maintenance tasks, security duties or work in remote storage areas.
Workers operating alone face increased safety risks because assistance may not be immediately available in the event of an accident or medical
Subcontracting is widespread in warehousing and logistics. Client companies frequently outsource warehouse operations to third-party logistics providers, who then subcontract further to labour agencies or service providers –obscuring accountability for working conditions and labour standards.
Worker
Warehouse work exposes workers to significant psychosocial risks. High productivity targets, constant monitoring and unpredictable schedules can create intense stress and pressure. Workers report being treated as components of a logistics system rather than individuals with rights and dignity.
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Warehouse work involves repetitive movements, heavy lifting, awkward postures and prolonged standing. Poor workplace design and inadequate ergonomic controls can lead to musculoskeletal disorders affecting the back, shoulders, wrists and knees.
Manual handling tasks such as lifting boxes, stacking
