EB5G21:Dibalik Manisnya Pabrik Pembuatan Es Krim (pelanggaran Etika Bisnis)

Summary

This video script discusses the allegations against Olis, a company accused of mistreating pregnant employees through unsafe working conditions, long shifts, and inadequate medical care. The employees reportedly faced exhaustion, miscarriage risks, and poor nutrition. The company allegedly violated labor laws, especially regarding the welfare of pregnant workers. The video also outlines potential solutions such as improving workplace safety, offering medical care, and providing proper nutrition. The script emphasizes the importance of protecting workers' rights and ensuring a healthy work environment for all employees.

Takeaways

• 😀 Workers at Olis company protested in early 2020 due to unsafe working conditions, particularly for pregnant women.
• 😀 The protest was sparked by reports of 600 employees going on strike after multiple cases of miscarriages and infant deaths.
• 😀 Female employees were reportedly working long hours, including night shifts from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, under physically demanding conditions.
• 😀 Some employees, especially those working in packing and sanitation, had to stand for long periods and lift heavy items, which contributed to their health issues.
• 😀 Pregnant workers were allegedly not given proper nutrition, with meals consisting of only a small piece of bread and milk.
• 😀 The company violated labor laws by making pregnant women work night shifts, which is prohibited by the Indonesian labor code for those with medical conditions.
• 😀 The Ministry of Manpower sent a special oversight team to investigate the company, checking both management and employee reports.
• 😀 A report was filed with the National Commission on Violence Against Women, highlighting unsafe working conditions and the mistreatment of pregnant employees.
• 😀 The company promised to improve its management systems and stated that it already complied with certain regulations, though it was under scrutiny for violations.
• 😀 Preventative measures suggested included increasing workplace safety, providing medical support on all shifts, and offering non-shift work options for pregnant employees to reduce fatigue and stress.

Q & A

What was the main issue discussed in the video?

The video discusses allegations against the ice cream company Olis for mistreating its pregnant workers, leading to miscarriages and other health issues due to poor working conditions. The company faced strikes and social media backlash over these issues.

What specific health problems were reported among the workers?

Pregnant workers reported fatigue, miscarriages, and other health complications caused by long shifts, heavy physical labor, and inadequate nutrition. Six babies were reportedly stillborn, and 14 cases of miscarriage occurred among the workers.

What were the primary working conditions that led to these health problems?

The primary issues were long working hours, particularly during night shifts (11:00 PM to 7:00 AM), standing for extended periods, lifting heavy plastic rolls (about 12 kg each), and exposure to strong chemical cleaning agents in poorly ventilated areas.

How did the company allegedly violate labor laws?

The company was accused of violating labor laws by forcing pregnant women to work night shifts, which is prohibited under Indonesian labor law, and failing to provide adequate nutrition for pregnant employees working these shifts.

How did the workers respond to the situation?

The workers went on strike, with about 600 employees participating. They also raised awareness on social media, calling for a boycott of the company and highlighting the unethical treatment of pregnant workers.

What role did the government play in addressing the issue?

The Ministry of Manpower sent an inspection team to investigate the company. The team reviewed the company's management, employee reports, and documents. They also looked into possible violations of business ethics and the treatment of pregnant employees.

What were the proposed solutions to prevent further incidents?

Proposed solutions included improving workplace safety (K3), providing round-the-clock medical care, offering non-shift work for pregnant employees to allow for rest, and ensuring that workers receive adequate nutrition.

What did the company say in response to the investigations?

The company promised to improve its management systems and stated that it had already complied with some regulations. However, they also acknowledged the need for further changes to ensure better working conditions for employees.

What actions were suggested to improve the safety and health conditions at the company?

It was suggested that the company enhance its Occupational Safety and Health standards (K3), provide accessible medical care for workers, especially pregnant women, and establish better nutrition programs for employees working night shifts.

What impact did social media have on the situation?

Social media, particularly Twitter, played a significant role in spreading awareness about the issue. Users called for a boycott of the company's products and demanded better treatment for workers, contributing to the public outcry and the eventual investigation.