“In this case, Tony Downs has agreed to take important steps to prevent child labor violations,” department Commissioner Nicole Blissenbach said in a statement.
Political Cartoons View All 1148 ImagesTony Downs “disputes and does not admit the violations of law alleged” by the labor department, according to the agreement.
The investigation into Tony Downs began after the Minnesota labor department received a complaint about working conditions at the Madelia plant, according to the complaint.
Investigators conducted an overnight inspection between Jan. 26 and Jan. 27, interviewed workers, documented working conditions and contacted area school districts.
The labor department found that Tony Downs was aware of the issue.
Persons:
Tony Downs, Nicole Blissenbach
Organizations:
Tony, Tony Downs Food Company, Minnesota Department of Labor, Industry, Employers
Locations:
Minn, Minnesota, Mankato, Madelia