Working conditions in factories between now and the late 1800's show big differences. People who worked in factories in the 1800's were always in danger because of the little saftey provided. Workhouses that made clothing like the Triangular Shirtwaist Factory, were some of the most dangerous factories during the time. One of the main problems for people that worked in factories was the low amount of safety that the owners provided for them. The owners never had enough fire escapes and stairwells built so many perished in fires. Another saftey issue was that the only thing that was given to the workers for fires was a few buckets of water on each floor.
Another problem that caused many deaths in factories was the dangerous machinery. Factories that made clothing worked with sewing machines, knives for cutting clothing, and other tools. Many times workers would cut themselves with the knives and children would get fingers caught in the machines. The factories were also very hot and caused many people to get sick or become dehydrated. Compared to the factories we know today, factories during the 1800's with the working conditions that they had should not have been able to allow people to work in them.
*Sources- "The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory" reading and "The Strike for Three Loaves" reading
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