Employers have a responsibility to maintain a safe work environment.
According to a San Antonio Express-News report, Schlitterbahn’s parent company has been fined $30,000 for an OSHA violation after an employee died in July.
July 5, 2021: IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — A young boy was killed in a deadly accident on the Raging River Adventureland Park in Altoona, Iowa. Investigators are looking into the cause of the boat accident ride which killed a child Saturday night at the Iowa amusement park when a raft carrying six people flipped over. This is the second deadly incident on the ride in five years.
Michael Jaramillo, 11, died Sunday from his injuries, and another minor remained hospitalized in critical condition, according to the Altoona Police Department. Two other riders suffered minor injuries.
It’s important to follow safety protocols when operating a water park at all times.
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