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Health Hazards of Child Labor in Brick Kiln Sector of Bangladesh: A Case Study in Chandpur District

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  • Mohammad Jamal Hossain

    (Business Administration, Manarat International University, Bangladesh)

  • Md. Abdullah Al Mahmud

    (Business Administration, Manarat International University, Bangladesh)

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The researchers in this study set out to learn more about the risks that children working in Bangladesh’s brick kilns face to their health. A plethora of health hazards were exposed to children in their professions, according to the study, which used quantitative and qualitative data collected from parents and child laborers. In addition to testing the children’s knowledge of the health risks involved, the study investigated their reasons for participating in the job. Reducing the environmental and health dangers associated with brick kilns requires a practical method that is implemented at the appropriate time. At the end, the report proposes a number of measures to shield kids from potentially harmful environments.

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  • Mohammad Jamal Hossain & Md. Abdullah Al Mahmud, 2025. "Health Hazards of Child Labor in Brick Kiln Sector of Bangladesh: A Case Study in Chandpur District," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(5), pages 3436-3447, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-5:p:3436-3447
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