Industrial relations, occupational health and safe Books

The past decade has seen the emergence of new types of trade union representatives attracting new and more diverse activists; this book explores their motivations and values, drawing upon the voices of the activists themselves and capturing the...

Popular Medievalism in RomanticEra Britain examines ways in which British writers and readers used the idea of the Middle Ages to challenge contemporary political structures and to claim historical national rights at a time when fears that Britain would...

The book examines the emergence of hegemonic development ideas and practices in the context of shifts in world orders post-1945 and debates concerning the transforming of the prevailing world order characterized by neoliberalism and securitization of...

This book investigates the extent of gender inequality in the division of labor in the modern household. Through comparisons of the time allocations of single couple families without children, couple families with children and lone parents, a...

This book tells what it was like to be a craft apprentice in America before, during, and after the early Industrial Revolution. The story begins in colonial America, when apprenticeship served several important functions.

Managing Tourist Health is a seminal study which combines a range of state of the art reviews of the issues facing tourism managers and professionals in the fast growing area of tourist health and safety. An international range of contributors, each a...

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey through the untold stories of remarkable women leaders who defied societal norms and ignited a movement for women's rights? These women and girls came from the most disadvantaged groups in society yet...

Nanotechnology safety is the practice of handling engineered nanomaterials in production and manufacturing. Good practice consists of understanding and interpreting Material Safety Data Sheets, behaving safely when working with yet unknown nanomaterials,...

Many companies profess to having a culture of safety, but they lack the fundamental understanding of what is required to achieve that culture. As noted in Navigating Your Safety Culture Journey, while every company has a safety culture, it may not be the...

This Global Classic Is the Most Complete, All-in-One Package of Book, Toolkit Download, Diagnostic Map, and Online Resources Currently Available for Root Cause Analysis (RCA)It offers the unique breadth, depth and practicality that can only come from six...

Set in London, The Highs and Lows of Temping is a true life account of a Spanish Language Graduate who leaves her dead end job as an Administrator for Social Services and resorts to the world of temping as a means to try and find her ideal job. Temping...

In August, 2017, the death knell sounded for yet another troubled American manufacturer: Appleton Coated, a historic mill in Wisconsin's historic paper valley that had been the community's economic mainstay for 128 years. The mill was sold to an...

The American middle class is currently in a state of jeopardy. We are in need of a powerful robust labor movement to reverse the economic inequality we are facing in the U.S.—and this may be our last opportunity in the foreseeable future to do so...

In the Economic and Philosophic Manuscripts of 1844 Marx explains how, under capitalism, people rely on labor to live. In the past people could rely on Nature itself for their natural needs; in modern society, if one wants to eat, one must work: it is...

CONTENTS:PrefaceIntroduction -- Muriel Mitchell-SmithRegulations and StandardsGeneral and Biological RisksRadioluminous MaterialsMining, Agricultural, and Construction Materials Containing RadioactivityProducts Containing Radioactive SourcesMiscellaneous...

This book focuses on issues that are relevant for the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership. The depth and the extension of the current political crisis in the area have changed the perspectives of conventional Euro-Mediterranean integration policies. The book...

Having an accurate understanding of what is going on is a key commodity for teams working within military systems. 'Situation awareness' (SA) is the term that is used within human factors circles to describe the level of awareness that operators have of...

Hegemony and the Politics of Labour takes up a question that goes to the heart of the debate about politics, capitalism, and discourse: how can labour relations and value production be understood as discursive processes?

The first in-depth study of the Indian creative industries, this book provides a comprehensive mapping of the Indian creative industries and its policy landscape, developing and defining key concepts and terms and offering detailed case studies of...

The book analyzes the market behavior of seniors and argues that the Silver Economy will grow in importance and profitability every year in various areas, both public and private. This includes health, finance, employment, leisure and well-being,...

The purpose of this book is to demonstrate how a Training-Within-Industry (TWI) Job-Program could reduce human factor-related harm in construction. The construction industry has a significant impact on issues relating to the health, safety, and...

This report presents statistical data on labor and industrial activity in Michigan for the year 1890. It includes information on employment, wages, strikes, and more. An invaluable resource for historians, economists, and anyone interested in the history...

This early 20th-century treatise argues in favor of a minimum wage law for the state of Wisconsin, and provides a detailed analysis of the proposed legislation. The authors make a compelling case for the social and economic benefits of a fair wage, and...

This book is an abstract of labor statistics from volumes 9-11, likely published by a government agency or nonprofit organization. It likely provides data on a range of labor-related topics, including wages, employment numbers, and industry trends.This...

This report, published every two years, provides detailed analysis of labor statistics in the state of Colorado. It includes data on employment rates, wages, and industry trends. A valuable resource for policymakers, economists, and anyone interested in...

De la liberté du travail est un ouvrage majeur de l'économiste libéral français Charles Dunoyer. Ce livre expose les principes de base du libéralisme économique et défend la liberté du travail comme un droit fondamental de l'homme. Cette édition comprend...

This report provides an overview of the work of the Labour Department of the Board of Trade, offering valuable insights into labour statistics and their significance. The supplement contains detailed abstracts of labour statistics. This is an essential...

In this insightful book, Peters analytically examines the relationship between labor and capital. He discusses various issues surrounding the subject, including wage levels, working conditions, and strikes.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

Dieses Buch behandelt die Geschichte der österreichischen Gewerkschaftsbewegung und ist ein wichtiger Beitrag zur Arbeiterbewegung in Europa. Es ist ein Muss für alle, die sich für die Geschichte der Arbeiterbewegung interessieren.This work has been...

This influential work by Henry Francis Allen lays out the case for industrial co-operative government as a means of empowering workers and promoting economic equality. Drawing on examples from successful co-operative movements in Europe and the United...

Wood's groundbreaking study on the theory of wages is a must-read for anyone interested in the economics of labor. With meticulous research and a keen eye for detail, Wood offers readers a comprehensive overview of the controversies and debates that have...

This practical guide to woodworking safety is a must-have for anyone who works with wood. Drawing on years of experience, the National Bureau of Casualty Underwriters provides comprehensive advice on everything from handling tools to avoiding accidents...

Dieses Buch von Lujo Brentano beschäftigt sich mit den englischen Gewerkvereinen und ihrer Rolle im Kampf der Arbeiter für bessere Arbeitsbedingungen und höhere Löhne. Brentano argumentiert, dass die Gewerkvereine ihre Ziele nicht erreichen können,...

First published in 1876, The Wages Question is a classic economic treatise that explores theories surrounding the determination of wages and the economic status of the working class.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

This book takes a close look at the different ways in which compensation laws can be administered effectively and economically. It discusses the pros and cons of various methods such as stock liability insurance companies, mutual insurance associations,...

Travail et travailleurs est un livre sur le monde du travail à la fin du XIXe siècle. Écrit par Alexandre Millerand, alors ministre du Travail en France, ce livre examine les différents défis auxquels sont confrontés les travailleurs, de la sécurité de...

Bogardus's book is a pioneering study of the relationship between fatigue and industrial accidents. Drawing on a wealth of data from real-world workplace incidents, he argues that fatigue is a major contributing factor to accidents and injuries on the...

This report by the National Civic Federation's Commission on Foreign Inquiry provides an in-depth analysis of the labor situations in Great Britain and France in the early 1900s, covering topics such as trade unions, labor legislation, working...

This book analyzes the role of human factors in industry and how they can improve productivity and safety. It takes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating insights from psychology, engineering and management to present practical solutions to the...

In this groundbreaking report, the National Industrial Conference Board offers a comprehensive analysis of the state of labor and industry in Great Britain, France, and Italy at the turn of the century. Drawing on a wealth of data and insights from...

In this stirring call to action, Leon Stein advocates for improved working conditions and better wages for America's labor force. Stein argues passionately that the success of a business relies on happy, well-treated workers, and offers practical...

Un livre sur les techniques de mobilisation et de lutte utilisées par les syndicats. Cet ouvrage propose une vision d'ensemble des différentes stratégies et tactiques qui ont été développées au fil du temps pour défendre les droits des travailleurs.This...

In this interview, Senator Leland Stanford of California discusses his views on labor co-operation, drawing on his experience as a businessman and politician. He argues that labor and capital should work together for mutual benefit, rather than engaging...