Lanjigarh (Kalahandi District) Odisha:Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of smelter-grade alumina and a unit of Vedanta Aluminium,has received the Platinum Award in ‘Steel & Mining Sector’ category at the 6th ICC National Occupational Health & SafetyAwards, conferred by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC).This accolade is testament to the company’s unwavering dedication towards ensuring ‘Zero Harm’ at the workplace.
The award aims to encourage businesses to foster healthier and safer occupational environments.Vedanta Lanjigarh has been at the forefront in implementing several such practices that have earned them accolades this year.
These include:· Active communication of safety policies to employees and business partners.· Rigorous enforcement of safe working practices and implementation of safety management systems.· Proper hazard identification and risk assessment at sites.· Promoting safety modules like work at height, confined space, crane and lifting, electrical safety, isolation, excavation, personal protective equipment (PPE), vehicle driving and work permits, rail logistics, etc.
Commenting on the recognition, Pranab Kumar Bhattacharyya, CEO – Alumina Business, Vedanta Ltd said, “The Platinum award at ICC’s National Occupational Health & Safety Awards Recognizes our relentless efforts in promoting workers’ safety at our refinery.This award encourages us to further strengthen our resolve to ensure the strictest standards of safety at the workplace.”
Vedanta Lanjigarh has received numerous accolades for cultivating best practices in the realm of health and safety in the workplace. These include the 9th Apex India Excellence and Occupational Health and Safety Award, 2024, and Transformance Forum Award.
