US Labor Department investigation finds Ohio food warehouse exposed workers to ergonomic hazards

Summary:

Federal inspectors from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) investigated The Martin-Brower Co. LLC's Fairfield, OH food services warehouse and found workers suffered severe injuries at nearly four times the average rate for the industry. The inspectors identified ergonomic musculoskeletal disorders as a significant risk, citing high-frequency, long-duration manual material handling lifting tasks, awkward postures, and heavy weights. As a result, OSHA cited the company for three serious violations, proposed $41,483 in penalties, and issued four hazard alert letters. The company has 15 business days to comply, request an informal conference, or contest the findings.