First Quantum Reports Fatality at Kansanshi
23 September 2024 - 2:59PM
UK Regulatory
First Quantum Reports Fatality at Kansanshi
TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (“First Quantum” or the “Company”)
(TSX: FM) regrets to announce that an employee at the Kansanshi
operation passed away following a traffic accident involving a
tracked dozer and a light vehicle.
The Mine Safety Department and relevant local
authorities have been notified about the accident and the Company
will fully cooperate in their investigations. An internal
investigation into the accident is also underway. The site of the
accident was immediately secured and operations in the area of the
accident have been temporarily suspended and will resume once it is
determined that it can be done so in a safe manner.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of
our colleague and I would like to extend my deepest condolences to
his family, friends and colleagues. We will ensure that the family
and all those affected by the accident will receive the necessary
support during this difficult time,” said Tristan Pascall, Chief
Executive Officer. “The safety and health of our workforce is our
top priority and we are committed to continuously improve our
safety practices.”
For further information, visit our website at
www.first-quantum.com or contact:
Bonita To, Director, Investor Relations
(416) 361-6400 Toll-free: 1 (888) 688-6577
E-Mail: info@fqml.com
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