Senate Investigation: Bernie Sanders Alleges Nearly 50% of Amazon Warehouse Employees Injured During Prime Day 2019

Money | July 16, 2024, 11:04 p.m.

A US Senate Committee, led by Bernie Sanders, accuses Amazon of dangerous working conditions, stating nearly half of Amazon warehouse workers were injured during Prime Day 2019. Internal data allegedly shows that workers suffered 45 injuries per 100 employees, with recordable injuries double the industry average. Sanders condemns Amazon for treating workers as disposable. Amazon disputes the findings, claiming the report is based on unverified anecdotes and includes factual errors. The company claims to have made progress in improving safety in the five years since the data cited. Amazon has faced criticism before for warehouse working conditions and has been fined for violating state laws. OSHA and the Department of Justice are investigating Amazon's workplace conditions. Despite the accusations against Amazon, a report suggests the US Postal Service may have even worse safety record.