Health and wellness enhance the quality of life. The good health of workers contributes to increasing productivity in the garment manufacturing industry.

Empowering Garment Workers with Good Health

— A Comprehensive Toolkit for Health and Wellness of RMG workers in Bangladesh.
Together let’s foster a culture of health and wellness, supporting the individuals who contribute to the RMG industry’s success.
Attracting the attention of garment owners/managers/ relevant authorities. Raise awareness among everyone about preserving workers' health and improving the working environment.।

About the Toolkit

We have developed this Toolkit, a source of information relevant to the garment sector of Bangladesh on the issues of ‘Health and Wellness’ of the factory workers towards increased productivity. The Toolkit aims to serve the factories under BGMEA umbrella with the essential information on the overall well-being of the sectoral population – factory and its workers in general. We strive to provide accessible resources, fostering holistic health and wellness in relation to maintaining personal health of the workers’ community towards greater productivity of the sector, as both are important and interlinked. The Toolkit aims to empower garment workers with the professional suggestions essential for maintaining good health at personal level as well as critical for higher level of productivity for the factory. Together, let’s create a culture of health and wellness of the workers’ who are termed to be the ‘life line’ not only to the RMG sector, but also to support the country’ economic growth a mid of the competitive countries.
The Toolkit is designed to several sections

1. HEALTH & WELLNESS AND PRODUCTIVITY – We prioritize the well-being of garment workers towards productivity. The Toolkit offers a range of essential information on prevention and remedy measures of maintaining good health. Our aim is to assist the factory workers with simple and easy to understand texts in Bangla so that they are able to learn and apply those easily. The lined-up information on health matters are organized in a manner to answer the question WHAT – WHY and HOW factors. We also tried to provide information on affordable referral govt service facilities available in their close proximities; and also to the higher health care facilities for critical care, similarly applicable to do the follow up treatment for longer duration. The well-being of the Ready-Made Garment (RMG) workers is integral to sustained productivity. For the workers’ side, it is also important to maintain good health at personal level and collectively for higher productivity for the sectoral growth.

2. GARMENT WORKERS: This section contains several health issues those are contributing towords the personal wellbeing of the workers, as well as to keep the factory running well with increased productivity.

  • General Health Concerns
  • Get Well
  • Respiratory Illness
  • Health Alerts
  • Health & Nutrition

3. FACTORY OWNERS/MANAGEMENT: This section aims to serve the factory owners cum factory management with some evidence based good practices on the techniques and procedural aspects of generating awareness, introducing simple but low cost sustainable interventions on the wellbeing of the workers. Numerous research and studies showed that creating a supportive healthy working environment returns back many folds advantages in their respective factories.
In this segment we are presenting some useful information and techniques targeting the garment owners and management to consider in relation to general wellbeing of the workers. and making individual and collective good practice models in the RMG sector.

Health & wellness and productivity are integral to sustaining productivity in a factory setup – as the workers are the lifeline of production. Keeping in mind the fact the RMG sector is taking steps to the well-being of the factory workers by setting up health centers, care services, and other beneficial services available in each of their units. We learned that investment in the health and safety of workers is an important part of not just their well-being, but has also been found through case studies to have an impact on the bottom lines of firms (WHO, 2010). A healthy workforce is an asset as they are contributing to a more stable and efficient production environment. Prioritizing health initiatives within the RMG sector is a key investment in both workforce resilience and industry success. Here, the roles of both players i.e. the factory management and the workers are to be synchronized. This Toolkit is a “means of support” to add to their efforts.

Types of Diseases

In this dedicated section, we delve into the intricate health issues that affect the human body, exploring the types of diseases that span various biological processes. We encourage you to explore this section and learn more about the different types of diseases.

WASH

WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) section addresses the fundamental elements that form the backbone of global health and well-being. In this dedicated space, we explore the critical aspects of water access, sanitation practices, and hygiene standards.

Covid-19

This section serves as a comprehensive guide to navigating the challenges posed by the ongoing global pandemic, offering practical tools, resources, and up-to-date information tailored to the unique needs of garment workers.

Routine Vaccinations

This section is dedicated to the importance of routine vaccinations. Explore this section to stay informed about recommended vaccinations, and take proactive steps towards a healthier and more resilient future in the garment industry.

Everyday Health Concerns
প্রতিদিনের স্বাস্থ্য সমস্যা

This section is dedicated to addressing the daily health concerns that impact your well-being. Explore this section to discover insights and solutions that enhance your overall well-being, making each day a step towards a healthier and more fulfilling work life.

Seasonal Health Concerns
মৌসুমি অসুখ-বিসুখ

This dedicated section is designed to address the specific health concerns that may arise throughout the year. Explore this section to discover valuable insights that empower you to adapt and thrive in every season while also leading a healthier life.

Female Health Concerns
নারীর স্বাস্থ্য সমস্যা

Recognizing the unique health considerations that female workers in the garment industry may face, this specialized section is dedicated to addressing and prioritizing your well-being.

Respiratory Illness

Respiratory diseases, or lung diseases are pathological conditions affecting the organs and tissues that make gas exchange difficult in air-breathing animals.

Health Alerts

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape of the garment industry, staying informed about health-related matters is crucial to your well-being. Explore this section regularly for the latest health alerts and valuable insights that contribute to a healthier and more resilient work life in the garment industry.

Healthy Food Guidelines

Nutrition and Health is a quarterly peer-reviewed medical journal that covers the field of nutrition.

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