California opens investigation into Tesla factory safety
Tesla has been struggling lately to meet its automotive production targets, vowing to run its Model 3 factories “24/7.” Unfortunately, they might also be underreporting serious workplace injuries, labeling them “personal medical” to avoid penalties. Now, according to a report at Bloomberg, California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) is opening an official investigation into the allegations.
By law, California businesses must report any injuries sustained by employees that result in missed work, job performance restrictions or medical treatment beyond first aid. A report at Reveal made the initial claims, and Tesla has repudiated the report itself, saying that it has never intentionally misrepresented its safety record. Whatever the actual story, CalOSHA told Bloomberg that it takes workplace hazards and allegations of underreported work-related injuries seriously, and that is why it is investigating.
Via: CNBC
Source: Bloomberg
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