Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire

Her “grand bargain” framework remains the foundation of the workers’ compensation system in the United States.

The common thread in these stories is the pursuit of justice and a better life for America’s workers, and the legacy of these Jewish American labor leaders continues today.

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire was one of the deadliest workplace disasters in U.S. history. Unfortunately, too many businesses today still have not made safety part of the fabric of their workplace.

One hundred and ten years after the Triangle factory fire, we can see echoes of the tragedy in the COVID-19 pandemic. 

One hundred and ten years ago, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire changed the course of worker safety in the U.S. Since then, we have helped transform America’s workplaces to ensure safe and healthful working conditions.