rana plaza

• What is the Rana Plaza disaster?

  The collapse of an eight-story building
• What does "structural failures" mean in the context of the Rana Plaza collapse?

  The building wasn't strong enough to hold its weight
• What event significantly impacted the fast fashion industry?

  Rana Plaza disaster
• What caused the Rana Plaza disaster?

  A structural failure of the building
• What type of disaster was the Rana Plaza incident classified as?

  Industrial disaster
• Where was the Rana Plaza building located?

  Savar
• What were the main causes of the Rana Plaza building collapse?

  • Structural failures: building couldn't hold its weight
  • Illegally added floors: extra floors weakened structure
  • Warnings ignored: factories operated despite safety concerns
• How did companies change their practices after the Rana Plaza disaster?

  They became more transparent about clothing production
• What does the Rana Plaza disaster reveal about industrial safety?

  It reveals the tragic consequences of unsafe working conditions
• How many people lost their lives in the Rana Plaza disaster?

  1,134 people
• How far is Bangladesh from the UK?

  Quite far
• What event is associated with the date April 24, 2013?

  The collapse of Rana Plaza
• What change in attitudes occurred after the Rana Plaza disaster?

  More people began caring about ethical clothing
• What did people know about the safety of the Rana Plaza building?

  It wasn't safe
• How did the illegally added floors affect the building?

  They made the building even weaker
• What actions did brands and governments take after the Rana Plaza disaster?

  They focused on factory safety and worker treatment
• What was the consequence of the garment factories continuing to operate?

  It was super dangerous
• What is the significance of the Rana Plaza building's location?

  It highlights the garment industry in Bangladesh
• What reform was made to protect worker rights after the Rana Plaza disaster?

  Strengthened labour laws
• What is the capital city of Bangladesh?

  Dhaka
• Why was the Rana Plaza disaster significant in terms of awareness?

  It exposed the dangers of fast fashion
• What was housed in the Rana Plaza building?

  Garment factories for big brands
• When did the Rana Plaza disaster occur?

  April 24, 2013
• What actions were prompted by the Rana Plaza disaster?

  Brands and governments took steps to improve safety
• What geographical region is Bangladesh located in?

  Asia
• What were the significant impacts of the Rana Plaza disaster?

  • Raised awareness of fast fashion dangers
  • Changed attitudes towards ethical clothing
  • Prompted action from brands and governments
• What reforms were prompted by the Rana Plaza disaster in the fast fashion industry?

  • Increased safety regulations for factories
  • Improved treatment of workers
  • Implementation of new rules to prevent disasters
• In which country is Savar located?

  Bangladesh
• How many people were injured in the Rana Plaza disaster?

  More than 2,500
• Why is the Rana Plaza disaster significant in history?

  It highlights unsafe working conditions in the garment industry
• What was one of the illegal actions taken regarding the Rana Plaza building?

  Illegally added floors
• How did the Rana Plaza disaster affect public perception of fast fashion?

  It increased scrutiny on clothing origins and production
• What were the main reforms after the Rana Plaza disaster?

  • Improved safety standards (building codes, inspections)
  • Strengthened worker rights (labour laws)
  • Increased transparency (openness about production)
• What was one reform after the Rana Plaza disaster regarding safety?

  Improved building codes and factory inspections