Canary Islands Fine on Óptica Herrera Cerpa, S.A.

The Canary Islands' labor authorities have publicly announced a hefty fine against Óptica Herrera Cerpa, S.A., for a serious breach of workplace safety regulations. The company, based in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, was fined 49,181 euros after an infraction related to health and safety laws was confirmed at the end of December 2025.

This enforcement follows Spanish law that mandates publishing serious sanctions to promote transparency and accountability.

The penalty was issued for violating specific safety standards under the Labor and Social Security Law, highlighting ongoing efforts to uphold high safety standards across businesses.

Such fines serve as a reminder to employers of the importance of compliance, especially in the retail sector, which remains vital for local economies and daily life.

For residents and workers, these measures aim to create safer workplaces, underscoring the government’s commitment to worker protection and legal enforcement.