Seminar On Industrial Safety & Compliance at Cipla, Verna

The Fire & Security Association of India (FSAI), Goa Chapter, organised a one-day seminar on “Industrial Safety & Compliance for Low and Medium Hazard Industries in Goa” on 10 October 2026 at Cipla University Academy Hall, Verna, Goa. Mr. Anish Bandekar, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Don Bosco College of Engineering, along with FSAI student members from the college, attended the seminar. The Chief Guest, Shri Anant S. Pangam, Chief Inspector of Factories & Boilers, Goa, inaugurated the event, while Mr. Anand Ramkrishnan, President, FSAI Goa Chapter delivered the inaugural address. Ms. Pratima Dhond, Chairperson of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry was the Chief Guest for the Valedictory function.

The seminar featured four technical sessions and a panel discussion covering key aspects of industrial safety. Mr. Sateesh Kumar discussed hazard identification, risk assessment, preventive measures, and regulatory compliance. Mr. Ashok Menon, former Director of Goa State Fire and Emergency Services, explained fire prevention principles, safety codes, and fire protection systems. Mr. Jaganthan from Chola MS highlighted electrical hazards, particularly arc-flash risks, and emphasised safe work practices and preventive measures. Dr. Naresh Fadte from the Inspectorate of Factories & Boilers discussed workplace health, hazard control, employee well-being, and preventive safety practices. A Panel Discussion on Compliance and Business Continuity, moderated by Mr. Suresh Sabnis, featured industry experts from Cipla, Siemens, Deccan Chemicals, and CommScope. The panellists shared practical insights into EHS management, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.