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.
John Q. Hosedrinker