Investigates the role of women workers in the manufacturing sector in general, and its sub-sectors in particular, from 1971 to 1991, especially in the light of technological development, globalization and employment flexibility.

This publication was prepared within the context of the wishes expressed by the Food and Drink Industries Committee of the ILO. In Resolution No. 32 concerning various forms of employment (temporary, casual, part-time, seasonal and contract workers) in the food and drink industries requested...

Chapter 5 examines "Safety and health issues in respect of women workers in the food and drink industries". The paper provides information on the impact of technological progress in the sector; identifies the general hazards encountered; describes the injuries and diseases suffered by workers and...