| We all find it very convenient to order online from a site like Amazon. But once we press the " buy " button, we don't give the purchase a second thought until it arrives, and if it's late, we're quick to raise hell. But have you ever wondered what happens exactly behind the scenes when you press that " buy " button? Your purchases don't magically fall from the sky – it's all kept in warehouses and those warehouses are staffed by people who apparently work in such terrible conditions that a Chinese person making iPhones in China suddenly has it good. I personally wouldn't tolerate an hour working in a place like that but everyone's different. Our infographic today comes courtesy of Business Insurance Guide . The infographic alleges some pretty bad stuff going on in the online warehouses, including 12 hour shifts with few breaks, earning minimum wage, being fired if you use a mobile phone, extreme temperatures, health risks such as back pain and arthritis, and loss of workers rights if you are a temp worker (I can definitely relate to THAT). Let us know what you think of the infographic. Are you a former warehouse worker with whistle-blower stories to tell? Are you a lawyer on retainer who's been instructed to deny everything? Let us know your opinions in the comments below. Infographic Source: Business Insurance Guide |
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