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...Lapland's little helpers. China's 10,000 toy factories - which account for almost three-quarters of the world's production - are, as always, expected to deliver on time. But from now on, workers' welfare will be checked twice. Starting with China, the International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI) - representing toy makers associations from 18 countries - is implementing a code for working conditions in toy factories across the globe. To obtain a certificate of compliance, factories will have to let auditors annually assess worker health and safety. Complying with the code isn't mandatory, but moral suasion may work. "Buyers...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Biz Watch | 11/9/2003 | See Source »

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