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SeaWorld Fined $16,550 for Orca Trainer Injury

3/23/2025

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A $16,550 fine has been imposed on SeaWorld by the U.S. Department of Labor following a trainer's injury from a killer whale during a training session in Florida last September. OSHA's investigation revealed inadequate safety measures for trainers. With ongoing safety worries surrounding orca interactions, SeaWorld now faces a 15-day deadline to address the citation.

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Story summary

A $16,550 fine has been imposed on SeaWorld by the U.S. Department of Labor following a trainer's injury from a killer whale during a training session in Florida last September. OSHA's investigation revealed inadequate safety measures for trainers. With ongoing safety worries surrounding orca interactions, SeaWorld now faces a 15-day deadline to address the citation.