politics

May 9, 2026

Ministry of Labor detected work shifts exceeding 42 hours during inspection of El Dorado airport operator

Visit by the Ministry of Labor to Opain Photo: Ministry of Labor

Ministry of Labor detected work shifts exceeding 42 hours during inspection of El Dorado airport operator

TL;DR

  • The Ministry of Labor inspected Opain S.A., operator of El Dorado International Airport, due to labor and union complaints.
  • Inspectors found evidence of work shifts exceeding 42 hours.
  • Concerns were raised about alleged discrimination against union members, restrictions on union activities, and differing bonus distributions.
  • The inspection also reviewed occupational health and safety conditions, particularly in operations and baggage handling areas.
  • Opain was required to provide a detailed report on outsourced labor and a plan of action for psychosocial risk assessment.
  • The Ministry is currently analyzing collected documentation to decide on potential sanctions.