# Occupational risks for delivery drivers in Vietnam > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/occupational-risks-for-delivery-drivers-in-vietnam > Updated: 2026-08-27T15:40:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Delivery workers in Vietnam are facing increasing occupational challenges and risks associated with the gig economy. Initial reports highlighted the personal difficulties of drivers, such as physical exhaustion and time pressure caused by inconsiderate customer behavior and unexpected delays during extreme weather. These issues have evolved into broader concerns regarding physical and verbal safety. Following an incident in Hanoi where a security guard assaulted a delivery worker, experts have noted that the pressure to maintain high customer ratings and meet rapid delivery times leaves workers vulnerable to unpredictable conflicts with customers and residents. Legal professionals suggest that drivers require better communication and conflict resolution skills to manage these growing occupational hazards. Recent discussions in the National Assembly have brought these issues to a legislative level, addressing the specific risks faced by delivery workers, also known as ‘shippers’, within the gig economy. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Vietnam reports regional transport shifts, drought planning, and education reforms Vietnam reports diverse developments, including tourism-related transport suspensions in Gia Lai, drought preparedness in Cần Thơ, and educational reforms to reduce exam pressure. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delivery-drivers-in-vietnam-face-rising-occupational-risks ### 2026-08-14: Delivery driver in Vietnam highlights challenges of customer delays A delivery driver in Vietnam highlighted the challenges of the gig economy, recounting an incident where a customer caused a 20-minute delay by forgetting a delivery while eating lunch. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delivery-driver-in-vietnam-highlights-challenges-of-customer-delays --- Cite as: Occupational risks for delivery drivers in Vietnam. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/occupational-risks-for-delivery-drivers-in-vietnam