Magna Gold Reaches 3 Million Manhours Without a Lost-Time Incident
Magna Gold Corp. (OTCQB: MGLQF) recently announced a major milestone at its San Francisco Mine, achieving over three million man-hours without lost-time incidents since September 2018. This accomplishment reflects the company's commitment to high safety standards. Additionally, none of the mine's 11-year history has recorded an occupational hazard fatality. The company employs 238 direct staff and 681 contractors, and recently recognized all employees for their safety efforts. Magna Gold emphasizes a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental sustainability in its operations in Mexico.
- Achieved over three million man-hours without lost-time incidents.
- No occupational hazard fatalities in the mine's 11-year history.
- Recognized employees for their commitment to safety.
- None.
TORONTO, May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Magna Gold Corp. (TSXV: MGR) (OTCQB: MGLQF) ("Magna" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the achievement of a significant milestone. The San Francisco Mine has exceeded three million man-hours of work without lost-time incidents within all its operations, including contractors and suppliers. The last lost-time incident was in September 2018. In addition, the San Francisco Mine has never had an occupational hazard fatality in its entire [11 year] history. These accomplishments reflect the Company's commitment to personnel safety and consistency in risk and safety preventative practices.
Arturo Bonillas, President and CEO stated "This is a very important achievement and a good reflection of the planning and training we undertake resulting in high safety standards at our operations. We are proud of our team's dedication, and especially during the ramp-up of operations in the past year, to maintaining a safe and hazard free workplace environment".
On April 7, each employee of the Company including all contractors and suppliers received a certificate of recognition for their effort and commitment to their own safety and that of their co-workers. The Company currently employs 238 direct employees and 681 contractor's personnel.
On other safety-related matters, the Company credits stringent safety and control measures in fostering a disciplined management of the COVID-19 crisis, with zero current cases at the Company as at today' date.
Magna has an unwavering commitment to the protection of health, safety, and the environment. It operates in a sustainable and socially responsible manner that is consistent with Company values by actively promoting and developing systems to minimize risk and impact. The Company works cooperatively with local stakeholders and governmental agencies using the best technologies to ensure safe and efficient use of resources.
Magna's commitment to the country of Mexico and its economic, social, and environmental impact will continue to be transparent.
About Magna Gold Corp
Magna is a Mexico focused gold/silver production company focused on acquiring, exploring, developing and operating quality precious metals properties in Mexico. It is committed to advancing its
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Arturo Bonillas
President and CEO
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