I have talked to a intern who is working as a desinger at KH Exports , It’s a leather goods exports unit, their clients including Tommy Hilfiger, Prada, Kate Spade, Tory, Coach, etc..
She told me that
They know that all the profit goes to few big people，and they feel it’s unfair.
The India new government has come up with some new rules regarding the fashion industry. (for example: beneficial schemes for the local craftsman)
She will find someone for me to understand more about the factory workers working conditions.
Interview Question & answers
- What is the average wage for the factory workers in India fashion industry? （Approximate range of numbers, no need to be precise）
- The designer’s salary starts from 20,000 rs and can be up to 70,000rs .(£195.68 – £684.89 ) it depends on the company.
- Is there any overtimes? If yes, does the company pay for the overtime? If yes, How much is it per hour? (Approximate range of numbers )
- About overtime, there is no overtime for the workers. Thier working hours are fixed
- How is the working environment? Is it safe and healthy for the factory workers? ( Can you provide an overall photo of the factory?)
- The working environment is safe, they even provided transportation for workers before covid, they provide brealfast and lunch as well, forst aid training and fire help training is also conducted to educate the workers.
- Will the company pay if an employee is injured at work?
- they dont pay the hospital bills but we have a health care centre at our office, so the workers and employees are treated there
5. Can the basic interests of employees be protected? If not, Can you give me an example?
No answer to this question, they don’t understand it.