Employees are unhappy that the manufacturer neglects the rules designed to prevent the spread of the virus
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is difficult for manufacturers to maintain the operation of production lines, as this sometimes requires the presence of a large number of personnel monitoring the ongoing processes. As a result, large concentrations of people arise that are potentially dangerous in terms of the spread of coronavirus.
According to the source, Intel employees accused their employer of neglecting the rules designed to prevent the spread of the virus. According to complaints from four employees, the company raises production issues above employee safety. In particular, Intel is pushing them to work in large groups without the proper protective equipment, such as shields or masks. Some managers tell subordinates that the rule of the minimum distance of two meters can be violated if the contact time does not exceed half an hour.
The company has already responded to the allegations with the following statement:
“Intel’s top priority in the coronavirus situation is to protect the health and well-being of employees while continuing to work and supporting our customers around the world. This is an incredibly dynamic and unprecedented situation, and we are working to learn and adapt as quickly as possible, in order to continue to protect our workers and communities.
We encourage our employees to show concern and make every effort to quickly solve problems. Intel provided formal responses to complaints, and OSHA inspectors visited our sites in Oregon, Arizona, and New Mexico. We did not receive any comments, and OSHA inspectors who visited the factories praised us for our actions. ”
