A company in Iowa has been fined $172,000 after it was discovered that they were employing children to clean a pork plant. The incident was brought to light after an investigation by the Iowa Division of Labor Services.
The company in question, which has not been named, was found to have violated both state and federal child labor laws. In addition to the fine, the company has been ordered to immediately cease all unauthorized employment of minors and ensure that all employees are properly documented.
The children, who were reportedly as young as 15, were tasked with cleaning the pork plant, a dangerous and unsuitable job for minors. The company has faced serious backlash for their actions, which have been deemed both illegal and unethical.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of strict labor laws and regulations to protect children from exploitation in the workplace. Authorities are urging other businesses to ensure they are in compliance with labor laws to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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