The factory working conditions were unsafe and unhealthy for the children that worked in them. The owner and owner's children were abusive and struck into fear into the hearts of the workers so that they would not blurt out what they go through everyday at work. When saddler asked cooper what would happen when they get tired he answer, “ At times we were frequently strapped.” (bit.ly/1kkMKom Document 1) John birley says, “Frank once beat me till he frightened himself…”(john birley Document C) he explained, “ He had struck me on the temples and knocked me dateless.” This is another case of abuse. Dr.Holme in 1818 replied to the question given to him about the children's health and he responded with, “They are as healthy as any working class.”
