chapter - 1 introduction - Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board

Hills Cement Co. Limited.
HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES
The workers working near pollution generation sources will be equipped
with appropriate protective equipments.
Following measures will be adopted in the plant to keep check on the
safety measures and health:
• Inspection and maintenance of pollution control systems regularly
• All safety measures such as provision of safety appliances, imparting
training, giving-of safety awards, display of posters with slogans related
to safety will be taken
• The workers exposed to noisy sources will be provided with ear
muffs/plugs
• Adequate facilities for drinking water and sufficient toilets will be provided
to the employees
• Regular medical checkup of workers shall be arranged. A full time
dispensary shall be provided at site/colony. The medical facilities will also
be extended to the neighboring villagers.
SOCIAL WELFARE MEASURES AND CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY
The company has already earmarked funds for social development and
welfare measures in the surrounding villages.
These measures will include funding for:
a) Medical camps
b) Women and child development programs
c) Drinking water availability efforts if needed for the local people
d) Awareness programs
e) Repair and improvement of existing schools
f) Repair and improvement of health centers
g) Repair and improvement of community centers, building such as
Panchayat halls, Barat ghars etc
h) Competitions and prizes distribution
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