A cleaning worker accidentally pushed a chair, causing an entire row of computer desks to collapse in a Xi’an internet cafe. The owner accepted no fault and pledged structural upgrades.

Social Context

Workplace safety obligations derive from the Occupational Safety and Health Law (2021), requiring employers to ensure furniture stability and conduct routine hazard inspections. Cafes and co-working spaces frequently overlook ergonomic compliance—especially with mass-produced, low-cost equipment lacking anti-tip mechanisms.

Safety Tip

Inspect furniture anchoring and weight distribution before use; report unstable setups to management using written logs—verbal reports lack legal evidentiary value.