Dollar Tree Stores in RI Fined $770K for Safety Violations
Dollar Tree Stores has been fined $770,000 by the US Department of Labor for violating Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards at two Rhode Island stores. The violations included obstructed exits, unsafe storage of materials, and fire hazards. The East Providence store was cited for three repeat violations, while the Pawtucket location was cited for four repeat violations. Dollar Tree has been cited previously for similar hazards at locations in several states. The company has 15 days to comply, request an informal conference, or contest the findings.