Timex Group, one of the world’s largest watch manufacturers,
has resumed the production at the Baddi plant with due permission from the
state authorities. In line with the directive issued by the authorities, the
factory would be operating within the allowed manpower norms.
Keeping the safety of its employees and consumers
at the forefront, a host of stringent measures have been put in place to
practice sanitation and social distancing. Informing resumptionn of operations
at the plant in a regulatory filing, Timex Group India said, & All
activities are being carried out strictly in accordance with the government
regulations and guidelines and observing the company’s own concern for the highest
standards of safety.& Timex Group has also made arrangement for doctor
visits twice a week and any time visit for the emergency and a full-time
trained nurse are appointed to monitor and guide the employees.
Free transport and on duty permissions are provided
for the employees who want to visit ESI
Hospital for any doubtful
cases. A separate room is allocated to isolate the employee with symptoms such
as fever, cough and sneezing and throat pain during working hours. Timex Group
is closely monitoring the situation and taking the necessary steps as and when
required.