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Denim Sandblasting Takes Toll on Workers' Lives

Denim Sandblasting Takes Toll on Workers' Lives

28-year-old İdris Oral died after suffering from silicosis caused by his work at denim sandblasting workshop. Oral was the 50th denim sandblasting worker who died of silicosis caused by poor working conditions.

30 January 2012

After 39 Deaths, Denim Sand Blasting is Banned

The Ministry of Health has announced that Denim Sand Blasting has been banned because it causes lung problems. The Ministry hopes to wipe out silicosis by 2030.

7 April 2009 Bawer Çakır

Denim Workers Continue to Die for Sake of "Faded Look"

Denim Workers Continue to Die for Sake of "Faded Look"

Silicosis patient Ruhat Yıldırak (24) is the 39th denim sand blasting worker to have died. He had been given oxygen for the last year.

4 March 2009 Bawer Çakır