Summary:
The management has adopted a ‘no work, no pay’ system for those who are caught drunk and they will be disqualified from work in the mines.”A number of breathalysers have been kept at the attendance offices. The initiative was taken after a number of workers were found inebriated while operating heavy machines, electric supply and water pumps in the mines. The authorities are hopeful that the step would make the work place more safe and also help curb accidents. “The workers are now aware that if they fail the breathalyser test, they will be disqualified from duty for the day,” the official added. “We have coached our workers on the safety guidelines and have asked them to adhere by them but they do not seem to follow them..