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New york disaster that brought about strict fire codes?
The Triangle Fire of 1911, aka The Triangle Disaster
Why was the triangle shirtwaist company fire a landmark in labor history?
The triangle shirtwaist company fire a landmark in labor history because it was the start of creation and enforcement of workplace safety standards.
What was the union at the Triangle Shirtwaist factory?
The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, was a clothing manufacturer, located on the lower east side of Manhattan, that employed a large number of immigrant women workers. The building had not been built in a way that allowed for a quick exit, if the need arose. As a result, when a fire broke out in the factory, the women were trapped and many perished in the fire.
How did the triangle shirtwaist factory burn down?
The initial cause of the fire was never determined with certainty. It is known that the fire began in a bin of scrap cloth. It was thought that a cigarette but may have been thrown into the bin and ignited the scraps.
Tragedy at the Triangle Shirtwaist company led to?
building codes requiring fire escapes.The tragedy of the Triangle Shirtwaist Company of 1911 drew attention of the need to address workplace safety issues and women's rights.
