> Now that the danger is known why wouldn't workers protect themselves without government requirements? At the risk of losing their jobs if they push back 'too

> Now that the danger is known why wouldn't workers protect themselves without government requirements? At the risk of losing their jobs if they push back 'too much' against the companies. If it's no longer mandatory, lower regulations can be a 'competitive advantage' when it comes to costs, and so that incentivizes companies to cut back.