DPW Safety Failures Under Scrutiny | Baltimore News

A damning new report reveals shocking safety hazards at the city’s Department of Public Works — from 89-degree heat and broken AC to non-functional showers and eyewash stations — just months after a worker died on the job. Inspectors found dangerous ventilation issues, leaking sewage pipes, and chemical exposure risks, prompting the union to demand urgent upgrades across all sites. While DPW claims immediate fixes were made — including pipe repairs and AC checks — workers and advocates say the conditions are unacceptable and long-term improvements are essential to protect public employees. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aa7565baabe811ef