OSHA Proposes $270K in Fines for GM, LG Battery Plant Over Worker Safety Violations
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U.S. investigators proposed $270,000 in fines for a GM and LG Energy Solution joint venture battery plant in Ohio for safety and health violations.
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OSHA found the company exposed workers to hazards by failing to train them and not complying with PPE standards.
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OSHA issued a hazard letter asking the company to reduce metal dust accumulations and protect employees.
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The agency said Ultium needs to install machine guarding, train in energy control, and make other changes.
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Since August 2022, OSHA has cited the Ultium plant 11 times for violations.
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