Locked out and nowhere to go

In labour law, a lock out occurs when an employer locks the doors to keep his employees from coming to work. It's like an opposite to a strike - the employer goes on strike. But the thing is, the employer needs the employees and vice versa. In fact, employees actually have a right to work at their workplace. That's cos, not legally arguing of course, employees are dependent on the employer.

After a lock out, workers feel rather confused. Should I get another job? Where will I find a job? I knew I should've become a marine biologist! How will I explain this to my wife? What about the kids?

The employment relationship is meant to be of mutual benefit.