OSHA Investigates Worker Death at SpaceX’s Starbase Site

OSHA Investigates Worker Death at SpaceX's Starbase Site

Source: Business Insider

Summary

A worker has died at SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Texas, according to a report. The incident is the latest in a series of worker safety issues at the site, which has a higher injury rate than all other SpaceX facilities. The company has faced scrutiny over its safety record in the past. The incident is currently under investigation. SpaceX has not publicly commented on the matter.


Our Reading

The announcement sounds ambitious. SpaceX’s Starbase facility has a reputation for pushing boundaries, but it seems that includes worker safety. The company’s injury rate at the site is higher than all other facilities. This latest incident is just another reminder that innovation often comes with a cost. The incident is under investigation, because that’s what you do when something goes wrong.


Author: Evan Null