The Occupational Safety and Health Administration found Piedmont Airlines guilty after a regional worker died on the job.
“Despite the small penalty, it is likely Piedmont will contest the decision, and CWA will continue to fight for Courtney Edwards, her family, and the safety of all airline workers, who should never fear for their lives on the job,” a memo to union members read.
The OSHA fine is at odds with a National Transportation Safety Board preliminary report released in January that said the crew held a safety briefing before the accident and that employees were told “that the airplane should not be approached” until the engine was shut off and a beacon light was turned off.
“Safety is always our top priority for our team members,” said Crystal Byrd, spokesperson at Piedmont Airlines. “We appreciate the recommendations from OSHA and will ensure that a thorough review is accomplished.”the maximum allowed by law for a serious violation. OSHA issued the citation on June 7 and The company has 15 business days from receiving the citation and penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA or contest the findings before the independentThe Envoy Air flight was flying from DFW International Airport to Montgomery Regional Airport under the American Eagle banner.. Alexandra Skores is the breaking business news reporter covering local companies and economic topics. She's a graduate of the University of Iowa.
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