Parker Davis- Amazon and Instacart might have a new headache to deal with if some workers have their way. Delivery drivers for both of these companies are not happy with a number of employment conditions these two companies impose on them and they are moving to strike to get what we they want.
Delivery strike: Amazon + Instacart workers plan to walk off their jobs – Motherly Inc.
From www.mother.ly
2021-08-20 23:49:18
Excerpt:
On Monday Amazon workers and Instacart shoppers demanded both companies increase protections and pay—or the workers will strike. Spokespeople for Amazon and Instacart both tell Motherly both companies remain operational.
Instacart’s shoppers want the company to provide hand sanitizer and wipes for the gig workers, as well as better compensation for those taking on the risky task of shopping during a pandemic.
Amazon employees want warehouses to be closed for deep cleanings and want access to paid sick leave. Right now they only get paid sick leave if they are placed on a mandatory quarantine by medical providers or have tested positive for COVID-19.
So far, 14 employees at multiple Amazon warehouses have tested positive…..
