NTPC Bongaigaon Inaugurates Innovative Safety Observation Kiosk for Contract Labourers

Bongaigaon: NTPC Bongaigaon has taken a significant step towards enhancing workplace safety with the inauguration of Safety Observation Kiosk, a pioneering system developed by the site’s IT Department. The kiosk was inaugurated by Shri K. C. Muraleedharan, Business Unit Head of NTPC Bongaigaon.

This innovative system one of its kind in NTPC, unique in its implementation within NTPC, Bongaigaon leverages advanced speech-to-text technology to facilitate seamless and efficient recording of safety observations. The kiosk is designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind, specifically tailored for contract labourers, requiring minimal interaction through just two buttons.

By pressing one button, the safety observer can verbally report a safety observation in Hindi. The system then converts the spoken words into text displayed in the Devanagari script. Pressing the save button stores the recorded observation, making the system immediately ready for the next entry. This streamlined process ensures quick and accurate documentation of safety issues, promoting a safer work environment. Shri K. C. Muraleedharan highlighted the importance of this initiative, stating, “The introduction of the Safety Observation Kiosk marks a significant milestone in our continuous efforts to enhance workplace safety. This system not only simplifies the process of reporting safety observations but also ensures timely and efficient handling of safety issues.”

The recorded observations are accessible to the safety department and other designated monitors directly from their desktops, enabling real-time monitoring and prompt response to potential safety concerns.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including Shri Induri S Reddy, GM (O&M), Shri Asutosh Biswas, GM (Operation), Shri Sanjay Mishra, AGM (IT), along with Heads of Departments and other senior officials. The event underscored NTPC’s commitment to leveraging technology for improving operational safety and supporting its workforce.

This initiative exemplifies NTPC Bongaigaon’s dedication to creating a safer work environment for all its employees and contract labourers. The company remains committed to adopting innovative solutions to enhance safety and operational efficiency across its sites.