Community-based Survey of Maquiladora Workers in Tijuana and Tecate, Mexico

Abstract

Responses to a survey of 177 maquiladora workers by specially trained peers suggest that transnational corporations operating the plants are ignoring Mexican regulations regarding hazard communication, training, health and safety committees, and uncontrolled hazards in the workplace. The “global standard” for workplace health and safety, often claimed by transnationals, should be made a reality.

Keywords:

• maquiladoras
• occupational health and safety
• transnational corporations