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Tesla Faces $50K Fines After Electrician's Fatal Electrocution

3/7/2025

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Tesla is under fire, facing nearly $50,000 in federal fines after the tragic electrocution of electrician Victor Gomez Sr. at its Austin Gigafactory. OSHA has issued three serious citations for inadequate protective equipment and hazardous work conditions. Congressman Greg Casar has condemned Tesla's safety practices, highlighting concerns over Musk's sway in Washington.

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Tesla is under fire, facing nearly $50,000 in federal fines after the tragic electrocution of electrician Victor Gomez Sr. at its Austin Gigafactory. OSHA has issued three serious citations for inadequate protective equipment and hazardous work conditions. Congressman Greg Casar has condemned Tesla's safety practices, highlighting concerns over Musk's sway in Washington.