6 July
Trevali Mining has suspended operations at its Santander mine in Peru after it reported that a total of 82 workers have tested positive for Covid-19. The cases were identified during routine testing and the company quarantined all 298 workers on site who underwent further testing. At present, three individuals are displaying mild symptoms while all other workers are asymptomatic. Trevali suspended operations to focus on the health and safety of Santander’s workforce and the community. Workers who have tested negative and are not required for critical tasks at the mine site are being transported offsite to their homes.
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