Running Head: THE SHAPE OF UNION SAFETY 1
Saint Leo Online The Shape of Unions Safety
Following the American Psychological Associa%on’s Guidelines
Irene Bixby
Saint Leo University
Running Head: THE SHAPE OF UNION SAFETY 2
Abstract
During the industrial revolution employers offered no protection for their laborers
causing people to be overworked, underpaid and placed in dangerous environments that
sometimes lead to death. Workers needed a voice to advocate their rights and fight against the
companies that provided them a living without being reprimanded or fired. Due to supply and