Tesla has been penalized $13,500 for violating California's labor laws by not sufficiently protecting workers from extreme heat at its Fremont factory. The state's occupational safety regulator determined that Tesla did not allow and encourage workers to rest in shaded areas to cool down, as mandated by workplace safety regulations. This case, opened in July and closed in December, remains under investigation, with Tesla disputing the citation. Federal OSHA has not issued any citations against the company, raising concerns about the effectiveness of workplace safety regulations, especially with Musk's government role potentially influencing oversight.
Tesla has been fined $13,500 for failing to protect workers from excessive heat at its Fremont factory, raising concerns over workplace safety practices.
The fine followed a state investigation that cited Tesla for not allowing workers to rest in the shade during high temperatures, crucial for preventing heat-related illnesses.
Despite the state-level findings, the federal OSHA has yet to cite Tesla for workplace safety violations, highlighting a potential gap in oversight.
Tesla's labor issues come amid CEO Musk's controversial government role, which may influence regulatory actions against the company, including accusations of anti-Black racism.
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