A spokesperson told Newsweek the agency, part of the Department of Labor, was taking “swift and decisive action to protect America’s workers” amid the coronavirus pandemic.
It has received complaints across various industries as workers fulfill their duties while attempting to adapt to the threat of coronavirus.
“We’ve implemented over 150 significant process changes—from enhanced cleaning and social distancing measures to new efforts like disinfectant spraying,” Levandowski said.
“We’ve also distributed personal protective gear like masks across our entire operations network. We’ll continue to invest in safety, pay, and benefits for our teams who are playing an invaluable role in getting items to communities around the world.”
Responding to the OSHA complaints, Dingell told Newsweek: “Workers matter, their voices matter, and we must listen to their reports. OSHA must take these reports seriously, and take serious action to ensure everyone has access to a safe and healthy workplace.”
“Workers deserve to be heard and they deserve a thorough investigation. No one should be forced to work it in unsafe conditions,” she told Newsweek.
OSHA confirmed it had received a letter from Tlaib and Dingell calling for an investigation.
A spokesperson said OSHA “is investigating all complaints and responding appropriately” while “working diligently” to ensure employers are meeting safety obligations.
COVID-19 cases nationwide continue to rise, with more than 1.5 million confirmed across the U.S. The below graphic from Statista shows the worst-hit states.
