Report:
An incident occurred in China where a worker, who was operating a press machine, experienced a momentary lapse in attention while inspecting the machine from underneath. Unexpectedly, the press machine closed, trapping the worker’s neck. The incident was captured on camera in a video titled “Worker in China Trapped by Press Machine: Moments Caught on Camera.” Other employees noticed the incident and managed to free the worker from the press machine. However, there is no clear information available regarding the worker’s health condition.
ESG Risks:
1. Occupational Health and Safety: The incident highlights a risk related to worker safety in the workplace. This poses a potential ESG risk for companies that operate in industries involving machinery and equipment, as failure to ensure proper safety measures can lead to accidents and injuries.
Vulnerable Groups:
1. Workers: The worker directly involved in the incident is a vulnerable group. They are exposed to occupational hazards and risks, such as the one experienced in this case.
Organizations:
1. The employer: The company that employs the worker has a responsibility to ensure a safe working environment and to provide proper training and equipment to prevent accidents like the one that occurred.
Regions:
1. China: The incident took place in China, highlighting the ESG risk within the country’s manufacturing and industrial sectors.
Sectors:
1. Manufacturing and Industrial sectors: The incident occurred in a manufacturing setting, emphasizing the potential ESG risks associated with these sectors.
Keywords:
China, worker, press machine, trapped, occupational health and safety, workplace accident, manufacturing, industrial sector.
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