SEATTLE, Wash. – Dick’s Drive-In faces 12 formal citations and a hefty fine from the Department of Labor and Industries for health and safety violations.
Employees at two of the iconic Seattle burger stand’s locations filed complaints in March.
L&I’s investigation backed up their claims of frequent burns, exposure to pathogens and corrosive chemicals and disregard for COVID social distancing and masking protocols.
The department has fined the chain $35,100 and ordered it to promptly address the violations.