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Gig Economy: Working Conditions of Delivery Riders

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Questions and Answers

What is the main concern for gig workers at delivery platforms?

Limited protection and safety risks (correct)
High-risk clients and areas
Fuel and inflation crisis
Long working hours and traffic laws

What is the typical demographic profile of delivery riders?

Low-income married men (correct)
Middle-income students
Retired individuals
High-income single women

What is a common challenge faced by delivery riders on a daily basis?

Communicating with their companies
Managing their workload and schedules
Dealing with difficult clients
Navigating through dirt roads and lack of traffic signals (correct)

Why are riders and drivers required to work longer hours?

To provide service in high-risk areas (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the top priority of online delivery companies, according to their statement?

The well-being of their delivery partners (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are some socioeconomic obstacles faced by gig workers?

Low pay and unstable employment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common financial situation faced by many individuals?

Relying on tips from customers to augment their income (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the long hours spent on the road by food delivery riders?

They have little time for rest and personal life (D) Signup and view all the answers

What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the demand for delivery services?

It has increased the demand (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are food delivery riders prone to getting infected by the virus?

They are involved in all interactions in the restaurant and transporting food to customers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of poor health on food delivery riders?

Poor driving safety (C) Signup and view all the answers

What has been the response of food delivery riders to their workplace problems?

They have voiced their concerns and unity (A) Signup and view all the answers

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