"Senate Probe Links Amazon Prime Day to Spike in Workplace Injuries"

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"Senate Probe Links Amazon Prime Day to Spike in Workplace Injuries"
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A Senate investigation led by Sen. Bernie Sanders found that Amazon's Prime Day sales event significantly contributes to warehouse worker injuries due to understaffing and high productivity demands. The report highlights that nearly 45 out of 100 workers were injured during Prime Day in 2019, with similar peaks during holiday sales. Amazon disputes the findings, claiming improvements in safety and questioning the report's accuracy. The investigation continues amidst ongoing scrutiny of Amazon's labor practices.

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