Titan sub implosion caused by absolutely bonkers "toxic workplace environment"
Briefly

The US Coast Guard's report on the Titan sub implosion identifies OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush as a highly problematic leader, marked by a toxic workplace and a critical lack of safety culture. It details how Rush utilized intimidation tactics to avoid regulatory scrutiny while the Titan sub was left undocumented and uninspected. The report outlines that vital inspections and maintenance were ignored under Rush's supervision. The catastrophic implosion occurred under immense water pressure, resulting in the deaths of five people. Had Rush survived, prosecution would have been sought.
The US Coast Guard's final report cites OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush as a dangerous boss who employed intimidation tactics to bypass safety regulations.
The Titan sub was found to be undocumented, unregistered, non-certificated, and unclassed, resulting in a fatal implosion.
Rush completely ignored essential inspections and preventative maintenance, leading to the catastrophic failure that crushed five occupants during a dive.
The report notes that had Rush survived the incident, he would have faced prosecution for his actions and negligence.
Read at Ars Technica
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