Vedanta Lanjigarh Reinforces Zero Harm Commitment with Onsite Emergency Mock Drill
Kalahandi (Odisha) [India], January 7: Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, successfully conducted an emergency mock drill at its Lanjigarh refinery to strengthen preparedness for high-risk operational scenarios and validate the effectiveness of its Emergency Response Plan. The initiative reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Zero Harm, ensuring workplace safety and emergency preparedness. The simulated exercise [...]
Kalahandi (Odisha) [India], January 7: Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, successfully conducted an emergency mock drill at its Lanjigarh refinery to strengthen preparedness for high-risk operational scenarios and validate the effectiveness of its Emergency Response Plan. The initiative reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Zero Harm, ensuring workplace safety and emergency preparedness.
The simulated exercise at the Red Mud Pond site recreated a scenario where an excavator operator was trapped following a sudden red mud collapse during routine operations. Immediate isolation of the area was carried out by halting operations, securing the site, and controlling energy sources to prevent escalation. Combat, rescue, and auxiliary teams were mobilised within 4–6 minutes, ensuring the trapped operator was safely rescued using appropriate PPE and specialised equipment. The drill successfully tested response timelines, communication flow, and cross-functional coordination, with all objectives achieved. Observations and improvement points have been documented to further enhance future readiness.
