The safety management system within the wooden furniture
industry is regarded poor as reported previously. The reason being
the management are geared towards mass production, with a focus
on increasing throughput with minimal focus on workers safety
and work environment. With the exception of Thailand, the other
countries normally attract workers who do not have any prior
exposure to the woodworking environment, making them vulnerable
to accidents. Systematic training schemes are also lacking.
Perhaps, the single biggest issue is the lack of enforcement of legislations
that make employers pay greater attention to the health
and safety of workers. Despite the existence of relevant legislations,
the enforcements of such laws are minimal. Further, the penalty
of non compliant is almost negligible.