Issues regarding Occupational Health and Safety at Workplace are now managed by the Ministry of Employment.
Employment Minister Agni Deo Singh told the Parliament on Monday that bringing employment and school accident cases directly under the ministry, ensured a streamlined approach.
“The National OHS and Workers Compensation Service integrates compensation with OHS prevention strategies, such as workplace inspections, statutory plant and machinery inspections, non-destructive testing, design vetting, chemical and hygiene audits, training and awareness programs, and enforcement,” Mr Singh said.
“These initiatives aim to reduce workplace accidents and boost productivity.
“On centralisation of services, with the transfer, my ministry has become a true one-stop shop for workers, dependents of deceased workers and pupils.
“They no longer need to visit external service providers or multiple offices to follow up on their cases on compensation payments.”
He said the ministry already had the system, expertise, and staff in place to efficiently manage cases for faster resolution.
“The workers’ compensation team, led by the Deputy Secretary for OHS, and supported by trained staff with professional qualifications in OHS and workplace safety, operates under clear standard operating procedures with definite timelines.”
