Econ Ed Link: Worker Safety the Triangle Fire Legacy

Students investigate the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire tragedy and how its impact is still felt today. Students identify eerie parallels between the Triangle Fire and more recent workplace events with safety implications. How can future tragedies be prevented in the workplace? Students assess the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of various government and labor actions. They discover that worker safety is a complex issue and there is no one-size-fits-all solution.