Sanders exposes dangerous conditions at Amazon warehouses
Senator Bernie Sanders unveiled a damning report revealing hazardous working conditions at Amazon warehouses, particularly during peak sales events like Prime Day.
The investigation highlights that more than 10% of Amazon’s US warehouse staff suffered injuries requiring federal disclosure during Prime Day 2019.
Internal records show that more than 45% faced injuries.
A 2021 investigation by The Washington Post found injury rates at Amazon warehouses were significantly higher than those at other companies and peaked on Prime Day and holidays.
Criticizing Amazon’s treatment of workers as disposable, Sanders has demanded accountability and substantial improvements in workplace safety.
The report questions the reliability of Amazon’s injury data, citing a history of underreporting and misclassification.
Critics argue that stringent productivity quotas worsen risks, prompting calls for legislative action to regulate such practices federally.
Amazon made $12.7 billion in sales on Prime Day in 2023.
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