Blocked Emergency Exit Leads to OSHA Sanctions

A continuing pattern of storeroom safety hazards has led to the second citation in four years Thursday against Family Dollar Stores of Connecticut by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, according to a release from OSHA. The latest infraction has resulted in a proposed fine of $72,000 for two repeat and three serious hazards, according to the release. “Hazards such as obstructed exit access can have devastating consequences if employees are unable to reach emergency exits in a fire or other incident, and falling stock can result in contusions and broken bones,”...