This morning at 720am a relief bus was sent into US STEEL to free about 200 workers who have been locked in the plant operating the Coke Ovens. The group of workers consists of Supervisors and Office workers who have been locked in the plant for the last 2 weeks.
The workers are helping with the upkeep of the coke ovens, if the ovens aren't maintained properly it could cost millions for repair.
For the last 2 weeks, workers have been fed, given cots and televisions.
Having previous work experience in a coke oven environment and US STEEL, I can tell you that after a 12 hour shift I couldn't wait to get out. I can't imagine having to be in that environment for 2 weeks.
As of now it is unclear if another crew will be sent in to replace the ones who are leaving.
There has to be some protocol on how things work here.
What happens if one of the workers has an emergency at home? Get's sick?
This is a very scary situation that can hopefully come to an end with all sides content.
US STEEL is throwing Local 1005 under the bus.
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