BHP says it is implementing “stringent measures” at its Jansen potash mine project east of Saskatoon to reduce the risk of COVID-19.
The company also said it is putting in place an accelerated program to support Indigenous and local community businesses by ensuring faster payments of invoices.
Work at the project is being streamlined, with a reduced crew installing a final liner on one production and service shaft instead of multiple shafts, the company said.
Giles Hellyer, vice-president of operations for BHP Potash, said the changes align with both provincial and federal emergency measures. “The health, safety and well-being of our personnel and our communities is our primary concern and we have been implementing measures to reduce the