Dollar General Settles with US Regulators, Including OSHA, for $12 Million Over Safety Violations

Jul 11, 2024, 07:31 PM

Dollar General has agreed to a sweeping companywide settlement with US safety regulators, including OSHA, to address years of health and safety violations in its 20,000 stores. The settlement includes a $12 million penalty and mandates the implementation of new safety protocols. Additionally, Dollar General will significantly reduce store inventory to mitigate hazards and may face fines of $100,000 per day if future safety issues are not resolved within 48 hours. This agreement underscores the company's commitment to prioritizing employee safety.