Chilean mining unions call for tougher measures against COVID-19
2020-06-12 12:00:25 [Print]
Chilean mining unions plan to ask the government for help to improve anti-virus measures, as more workers get sick in the country with the world's largest copper production.
Seven groups representing workers and contractors at some of the world's largest copper mines held a video conference on Thursday to discuss how to proceed.
They were largely in agreement with the Copper Workers Federation, which released a statement on Wednesday saying it is willing to quarantine workers in mines operated by Codelco if containment and prevention measures do not improve. First, union leaders will bring their concerns to the labor, mining and health authorities, while demanding transparency from companies regarding covid-19 cases.
"We want to open a dialogue with Codelco, but we will take matters into our own hands if necessary," said Patricio Elgueta, president of the Federation.
Seven groups representing workers and contractors at some of the world's largest copper mines held a video conference on Thursday to discuss how to proceed.
They were largely in agreement with the Copper Workers Federation, which released a statement on Wednesday saying it is willing to quarantine workers in mines operated by Codelco if containment and prevention measures do not improve. First, union leaders will bring their concerns to the labor, mining and health authorities, while demanding transparency from companies regarding covid-19 cases.
"We want to open a dialogue with Codelco, but we will take matters into our own hands if necessary," said Patricio Elgueta, president of the Federation.
Copper Conc. TC 25%min CIF China
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China copper concentrate producers' suspension number statistics by province by month
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