Questions and Answers
What is one of the main stipulations of the 1833 Factory Act regarding child workers?
The Factory Act of 1833 allowed children of any age to work at night.
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What age group does the Factory Act limit work hours to a maximum of 9 hours a day?
Children aged 9-13 years
For children aged 13-18 years, the Factory Act limits work hours to a maximum of ___ hours a day.
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What was the reaction of factory inspectors to the firm Taylor, Ibbotson & Co.?
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What penalty was imposed for employing someone after hours according to the document detailing law violations?
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How did the 1833 Factory Act affect conditions in factories according to the photograph of workers in 1903?
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Study Notes
1833 Factory Act Overview
- Law introduced to enhance working conditions for children in factories.
- Prohibits employment of children under 9 years.
- Requires employers to secure age certificates for all child workers.
Working Hours and Education
- Children aged 9-13 limited to a maximum of 9 hours of work per day.
- Adolescents aged 13-18 can work no more than 12 hours daily.
- Night work for children is strictly banned.
- Mandates two hours of schooling for child workers each day.
- Establishment of four factory inspectors to enforce regulations.
Factory Inspector's Report (1836) Insights
- Inspections revealed that boys were working between 29 to 33 hours weekly, surpassing legal limits.
- Inspectors were shocked by violations of child labor laws, particularly at Taylor, Ibbotson & Co.
- Report sparked public discourse on improving labor conditions, despite ongoing rule violations by factory owners.
Legal Consequences for Violations
- Companies fined for employing children beyond legal hours, with a set penalty of 1 pound per violation.
- Additional fines imposed for lack of surgical (health) certificates.
- Many legal cases dismissed, allowing factory owners to avoid long-term penalties, leading to superficial compliance.
Factory Conditions in 1903
- Photograph depicts a textile factory with a 10-year-old boy working among heavy machinery.
- Environment characterized by close arrangement of machines, increasing risk of injury.
- Open gears and spinning parts pose hazards; vulnerable clothing and hair can become entangled.
- Despite visible adult supervision and daylight working conditions, inherent dangers remain prevalent.
- Overall conditions appeared improved since the Factory Act but still fell short of safety standards.
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This quiz covers the key elements of the 1833 Factory Act, focusing on child labor regulations, working hours, and educational requirements. It also examines the findings of the Factory Inspector's Report and the legal consequences for violations. Test your knowledge on this significant piece of legislation.
