The Transport Workers Union of America's gaming division has defended Wynn Las Vegas' against allegations that it is failing to protect its employees from second-hand smoke.
Joseph Carbon, director of the division, said the union is aiming to finalise a collective bargaining agreement for Wynn’s table games dealers following a lawsuit filed by a dealer claiming that the operator has not done enough to protect its employees.
“While it has been alleged that Wynn has taken no measures to reduce second-hand smoke in the casino and has failed to install effective air filtration/purification systems that would minimise the amount of second-hand smoke in the air – TWU respectfully disagrees,” Carbon said. “The union has been working and is continuing to work with Wynn Las Vegas to create a safe working environment for all its employees.
"As part of our work, TWU has conducted an independent investigation into the engineering, design and effectiveness of the air filtration systems at Wynn Las Vegas. The comprehensive systems in place are based upon state of the art designs, and include all of the most advanced technology. The systems are similar to, and even more advanced than, the \‘high tech air filtration system at Bellagio Hotel & Casino\’ (constructed and formerly maintained, owned, and operated by Wynn), and the \‘smoke free corridors\’ at the Palazzo Hotel & Casino, both of which were lauded in the complaint. In fact, we believe that Wynn has air filtration systems that are as good as or better than any other property on the Strip.
"Since the opening of Wynn in 2005, Wynn management has maintained a high degree of commitment to the health, safety and welfare of its employees. The commitment continues today, in partnership with TWU, and will continue well into the future."
