Long Hours, Harmful Chemicals, Poor Safety Standards: NYC's Nail Salon Workers Protest Work Conditions
Many salons are still not complying with regulations on ventilation, safety equipment and minimum wage, according to research by Cornell University.
NEW YORK: New York City's nail salon workers – faced with long hours and subpar safety standards – are calling out the ugly side of the beauty industry and demanding better working conditions and legal protections.
The workers have been protesting the risks of poor ventilation and lack of adequate personal protective equipment, which are believed to cause allergies and reproductive harm.
They are also hoping to see changes such as regulated working hours, sick pay and pensions rolled out across the United States.
