Low-cost Ways of Improving Working Conditions: 100 Examples from AsiaThe purpose of this book is to show that significant improvements can be made in conditions of work and occupational safety and health at very low cost. Many of the ideas described are appropriate for widespread application and aim to encourage a change in attitude about the cost of improvements. |
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