Tesla Cited by OSHA Over Fatal Electrocution at Texas Factory

Federal regulators have concluded their investigation into the August 2024 death of an electrician at Tesla's Gigafactory, issuing citations for workplace safety violations.

• Victor Gomez Sr., a contractor electrician, was electrocuted while inspecting an energized electrical panel at Tesla's Texas Gigafactory on August 1, 2024.
• The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited Tesla for workplace safety violations but has not disclosed the specific nature of the infractions or any penalties imposed.
• Gomez's family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Tesla and his contracting employer, alleging negligence and unsafe working conditions.
• U.S. Representative Greg Casar has called for the release of OSHA's full investigation results, raising concerns about transparency and potential preferential treatment for Tesla.
• Tesla's Texas Gigafactory, the company's global headquarters, has faced previous OSHA citations, including fines for chemical exposure violations in 2024.

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