Foxconn factory workers of shock work and just relax
Makradar Technologies / / December 19, 2019
Chinese factory where Apple products produced, is known for its notorious because of the many strikes and suicides due to working conditions. However, judging by the video, recently appeared on the Internet, it's not so bad - children not only work hard, but also to actively rest. Well, at least those who can afford it ...
A journalist from the New York Times named Dan Levine (Dan Levin) went to China in order to find out what they do Foxconn workers in poslerabochee time. His impression: "People who collect your iPhone and laptops, spend time a lot more fun than you are, however, not at work." "I saw a young, vigorous culture flourishing in the shadow of the factory gate, where hobby and hormones are faced with pulsing techno beat."
One of the factory workers Laodzhi Luo (Luo Jaoji) Levin said he and friends call themselves "wolf pack» (The Wolfpack): «My friends and I are like wolves. We have fun together. My favorite activity - drinking with them and sing karaoke. We deviate at parties, because in our lives too much stress. "
Dikoteki Roller (Roller disco) is very popular as a place to go after work, as well as affordable. The majority of workers is not enough money to afford to walk in a big way.
Workers with high post - heads of departments or offices of directors - can be seen in one of the most fashionable clubs in the city «Through The Song», where people compete to see who drink more, where the sounds of rave, and scantily clad women play in the "rock-paper-scissors" with customers. "But it's only for a while. Then the party is over, and they will return to the factory, "- says Levin.
Foxconn told the site news.com.au that they work "on providing the best working and living conditions" in their industry and working to "raise the bar" of standards for the workplace. Foxconn representative said that campus provided many opportunities for leisure time: workers can visit the swimming pools, basketball courts, Internet cafes, libraries and other places recreation. "All of this is provided under the benefits program for employees. Foxconn provides a full range of services to support employees who experience both personal and work-related problems. "
News.com.au has contacted Apple for comment.