- We start the show with an analysis of the recent tragedy in China where at least 12 Coal Miners died. China's mining industry is the deadliest in the world, 2631 Coal Miners died in China last year alone. So there really is a high cost for low prices.
- We discuss the Terrible mining accident in West Virginia, and the list of safety violations that the mine was already facing before this latest explosion. SHAME!
- We talk about a Letter of the Day from the Sudbury Star written by a Vale-Inco worker on strike. The letter explains why he's still holding strong after over 8 months on strike.
- We call out Windsor Star columnist Chris Vander Doelan for his supposed fair and balanced opinions.
- A group of labour activists met Tuesday night at the Caboto Club to discuss the announcement of privatizing public daycare, garbage collection and provincial offences enforcement. CUPE reminded us that municipal elections are approaching and we need to remember which councillors supported the outsourcing of these public sector jobs.
- we announce that the International Longshore and Warehouse Union has elected 2 Women to Senior Roles. A great show of progressive stride for the ILWU.
- The SEIU aided a grassroots movement to crackdown on runaway hospital CEO's pay. Click on the story link below and read the article to sign up to take part in a rally in your area.
And here are the stories and links to them that we referenced in our broadcast :
Rescuers in fading bid to save 26 from China mine
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jtv5g3SogRCpX-mQE8lqlqDkRVYQD9EUJ1883
AFL-CIO rips company that owns site of deadly mine blast
http://thehill.com/blogs/e2-wire/677-e2-wire/90845-afl-cio-rips-company-that-owns-site-of-deadly-mine-blast
Why I'm still on strike after more than 8 months
http://www.thesudburystar.com/PrintArticle.aspx?e=2519530
Chris Vander Doelen: CUPE girds for battle
http://www.windsorstar.com/news/Chris+Vander+Doelen+CUPE+girds+battle/2775947/story.html
Windsor labour community calls for unity, decries privatization
http://www.windsorstar.com/business/Windsor+labour+community+calls+unity+decries+privatization/2771185/story.html
Women elected to dockers' union roles
http://www.itfglobal.org/news-online/index.cfm/newsdetail/4347
SEIU strikes blow on executive pay
http://www.seiu.ca/2010/04/seiu-strikes-blow-on-executive-pay.php
WOHIS Health and safety Minute:
Bill 168, An Act to amend the Occupational Health and Safety Act with respect to
violence and harassment in the workplace will officially come into force on June 15, 2010. Representing the most significant change to the Act in almost two decades, the new law sets forth significant obligations for employers. Employers will be required to develop a comprehensive policy and program on workplace violence and harassment.
The Workers Health & Safety Centre will make a special 3 hour presentation aimed at meeting the information needs of worker representatives.
This free 3-hour presentation will include the following:
· An overview of Bill 168,
· An overview of what management will need to do to comply with Bill 168,
· What evidence of compliance should be observable by workers; and
· How worker rights are affected.
If you plan to attend this presentation on May 6th at CAW Local 200/444 Hall,
pre-registration is required.
The presentation runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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Pocket Ontario OH&S Act & Regulations 2010 - Consolidated Edition have arrived and are now available at WOHIS!
Included in this edition, is the anticipated addition regarding Violence and
Harassment, to come into force on June 15th, 2010.
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For more information about this or any health and safety concern at your workplace contact WOHIS - Windsor Occupational Health Information SERVICE - at 3129 Marentette Avenue, directly behind Devonshire Mall, or call us at 519-254-5157.
Remember you have the right to a safe and healthy workplace!
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