Japan Post, the nation's central postal service and one of the biggest employers for delivery workers, is facing criticism due to unmonitored motorcycle postmen during night shift operations. According to recent reports, the tracking system that is supposed to monitor and ensure the safety of employees had some inaccuracies. The issue was identified as an operational lapse, with Japan Post authorities promising a quick resolution to implement better employee security measures, particularly during night shifts.

The safety of employees is highly regarded in Japan, and major companies like Japan Post are expected to uphold these values stringently. With the heavy reliance on post and delivery services, combined with increased night-shifts in this era of e-commerce, the issue is of high concern to labor unions and regulatory bodies.

In countries like the USA and EU members, worker safety protection laws are very stringent. Companies failing to properly track or ensure the safety of their employees can face severe penalties or even lawsuits. The use of delivery motorcycles is not as common, but equivalent measures would apply to delivery truck drivers or cyclists.