Question

Give suggestions to make the silk industry a healthier place for workers.

Answer 1

Answer:

For outsiders, the silk industry may look quite harmless.

Unfortunately, this is not the case.

Workers employed within this industry suffer from various ailments affecting their skin, respiratory tract, etc.

Following are some of the measures that can be adopted to avoid the usual health hazards:

1.       Wear masks

2.      Ensure ventilated work areas

3.      Promote proper hygiene

4.      Ensure regular health checkups and screening for cancer