All articles tagged with #workplace injuries
A Senate report led by Sen. Bernie Sanders claims Amazon's Prime Day significantly increases injury rates among warehouse workers, citing internal data and employee interviews. The report criticizes Amazon's safety practices and alleges underreporting of injuries. Amazon disputes these findings, highlighting its safety improvements and cooperation with the investigation.
A study found that the legalization of recreational marijuana is associated with a 10% increase in workplace injuries among individuals aged 20 to 34, while older workers' injury rates typically decline. The researchers theorize that marijuana use may diminish cognitive functioning or act as a gateway to harder drugs, potentially impacting young workers' performance. The study raises concerns about the potential impact of recreational marijuana legalization on workplace safety for younger employees.
According to a Reuters investigation, some SpaceX workers have resorted to taking Adderall stimulants without a prescription and sleeping in the bathroom to keep up with the demanding work pace set by Elon Musk. The investigation also revealed that employees would sometimes work over 80 hours per week and receive IV treatments to address the heat while working in tent structures at the launch site. SpaceX had at least 600 worker injuries over 9 years, with some employees raising safety concerns related to Musk's behavior and aversion to safety measures.