Competition Commission Unveils New Penalty Recovery Regime
Competition Commission Unveils New Penalty Recovery Regime
Introduction
In a significant move to enhance workplace safety and compliance, the Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services in Tamil Nadu has mandated the formation of Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) in all government hospitals lacking such bodies. This directive, issued by Dr. M Kannagi, Additional Director (Inspection), also requires hospitals with existing ICCs to publicly display committee details and Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act guidelines.
Key Directives:
• Immediate Formation of ICCs: Hospitals without an ICC must establish one promptly to address harassment complaints effectively.
• Public Display of Information: Hospitals with functional ICCs are instructed to publicly display committee details, including the date of constitution or reconstitution, along with POSH guidelines, ensuring transparency and awareness.
• Gender Sensitization Programs: Regular gender sensitization programs are recommended to promote proper workplace conduct.
This initiative aligns with recommendations from the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), emphasizing the importance of such measures in safeguarding employee rights and fostering a respectful work environment.
For healthcare institutions and professionals, this development underscores the critical need for robust mechanisms to prevent and address workplace harassment, ensuring compliance with national guidelines and the well-being of all staff members.In a significant move to enhance workplace safety and compliance, the Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services in Tamil Nadu has mandated the formation of Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) in all government hospitals lacking such bodies. This directive, issued by Dr. M Kannagi, Additional Director (Inspection), also requires hospitals with existing ICCs to publicly display committee details and Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act guidelines.
• Immediate Formation of ICCs: Hospitals without an ICC must establish one promptly to address harassment complaints effectively.
• Public Display of Information: Hospitals with functional ICCs are instructed to publicly display committee details, including the date of constitution or reconstitution, along with POSH guidelines, ensuring transparency and awareness.
• Gender Sensitization Programs: Regular gender sensitization programs are recommended to promote proper workplace conduct.
This initiative aligns with recommendations from the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), emphasizing the importance of such measures in safeguarding employee rights and fostering a respectful work environment.
For healthcare institutions and professionals, this development underscores the critical need for robust mechanisms to prevent and address workplace harassment, ensuring compliance with national guidelines and the well-being of all staff members.
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