The Washington Department of Labor & Industries has cited and fined a Sumner fish processing plant, alleging they knowingly exposed workers to COVID-19, one of whom died. FOX13
The Washington Department of Labor & Industries has cited and fined a Sumner fish processing plant, alleging they knowingly exposed workers toL&I fined the Sumner-based seafood company Shining Ocean, Inc. $56,000 for not enforcing mask rules and coronavirus safety policies. According to the department, Shining Ocean management held a staff meeting on Nov.
"This happened when COVID rates and hospitalizations were high and the requirement to wear masks was still in place," said L&I assistant director, Craig Blackwood. "Management got complacent about workplace safety, and it cost a worker his life." According to L&I, the violation is classified as willful serious, meaning Shining Ocean knew the risks but chose to ignore COVID-19 mandates. The company paid the fine in full, which goes into a compensation supplemental pension fund for families of workers who have died on the job.