OSHA fines

SeaWorld Faces OSHA Fine After Trainer’s Killer Whale Injury

Following a September 2024 incident where a SeaWorld Orlando trainer was injured during an orca training exercise, OSHA cited the company for failing to adequately protect employees from known hazards associated with close contact with killer whales. This violation of the general duty clause resulted in a proposed $16,550 fine. The citation specifically addressed the risks of bites, being struck, and drowning. SeaWorld has 15 business days to respond to the citation.

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Tesla Fined $50K After Worker Death: A Drop in the Bucket?

Tesla faces nearly $50,000 in OSHA fines for safety violations following the electrocution death of electrician Victor Joe Gomez Sr. at its Austin gigafactory. The citations, totaling three “serious” violations of $16,550 each, allege failure to provide proper protective equipment and inadequate safety procedures near energized equipment. Tesla is contesting the fines, which follow a previous fine for chemical exposure at the facility. Rep. Greg Casar criticized Tesla CEO Elon Musk for these safety lapses, highlighting the need for worker accountability regardless of corporate power.

John Q. Hosedrinker Mar 6, 2025

OSHA fines

SeaWorld Faces OSHA Fine After Trainer’s Killer Whale Injury

Tesla Fined $50K After Worker Death: A Drop in the Bucket?

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