Labor Welfare in Malabar Cement

STUDY ON LABOUR WELFARE MEASURES IN MALABAR CEMENT LIMITED, WALAYAR, PALAKKAD A Project Report Submitted to Bharathiar University in Partial Fulfillment of

the Requirement for the Award of the Degree of BACHELOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Submitted by SAVITHA.V

(Reg. No.0925F1216) Under the Supervision and Guidance of Mrs.R.SONA,MBA

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT NEHRU ARTS AND SCIENCE COLLEGE

(Accredited by NAAC and an ISO 9001:2008 Certified Institution) (Recognized by UGC and Affiliated to Bharathiar University) ‘Nehru Gardens’, Thirumalayampalayam, COIMBATORE 641 105 March 2012

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CERTIFICATE 2

CERTIFICATE This is to certify that the project report entitled “A Study on LABOUR WELFARE MEASURES” submitted to the Bharathiar University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Business Management s a record of srcinal project work carried out

by

SAVITHA.V

( 0925F1216)under my supervision and

guidance and has not formed the basis for the award of any degree/ diploma or other similar title of any candidate of any university.

Guide

Head of the Department

Certified that the candidate was examined by us in the project work/viva voce held on ……………..

Internal Examiner

External Examiner

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DECLARATION 5

DECLARATION

I Savitha.V, hereby declare that the project report entitled “A Study “LABOUR

WELFARE

MEASURES”submitted

to

the

Bharathiar

University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Business Management is a record of srcinal project work carried out by me during the period 2012 under my supervision and guidance

of Mrs.R.Sona MBA., Department of Business Manag ement,

Nehru Arts and Science College, Coimbatore and has not formed the basis for the award of any degree/ diploma or other similar title of any candidate of any university.

Place :

Candidate’s

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 7

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Every Step that we taken and every mile that we cover leave its mark over wake in this arduous journey. I take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to Secretary Dr.B.Krishnakumar, for his sincere support in all my endeavors.

I express my sincere thanks to our principal Dr .B.Anirudhan, M.A, B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D., Nehru Arts and Science Collage, Coimbatore, for providing

necessary facilities to do our project successfully. I extend my sincere gratitude to Dr. M.Kanagarathinam.M.Com.,M.Phil, PhD. Head of the Department, Department of Business Management, Nehru

Arts and Science Collage, Coimbatore, for her constant encouragement and support towards the successful completion of this project work. I wish to record my deep sense of gratitude to my project guide Mrs.R.SONA,MBA, Department of Business Management, Nehru Arts and

Science Collage, Coimbatore, and all other faculties for their guidance and excellent support, at most motivation, valuable advice and more encouragement. I am very happy to convey my sincere thanks to my friends. And I am very much grateful to my guidance that provided valuable instructions, advice and helps for this project, deserve my thanks

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DEDICATION 9

TO

MY

BELOVED

PARENTS

AND

FRIENDS

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CONTENTS 11

CONTENTS List of tables List of charts Chapter

I II

III

IV V

Particulars Introduction 1.1 Introduction about the study

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1.2 Objectives of the study 1.3 Need for the study 1.4 Limitations of the study Company profile Research methodology 3.1 Research 3.2 Research design 3.3 Collection of data 3.4 Techniques for data collection 3.5 Graphical tool used 3.6 Statastical tool used Analysis and interpretation Findings,suggesstions and conclusion

Bibliography Annexure

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LIST OF TABLES LIST OF TABLES SL NO

1 2 3

TITLE

PAGE NO

Labour Welfare activities Salary or Wage system Canteen Facility 13

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Safety Measures Present Training system Leave Availability Transportation Facility Present work environment Hosing Facility Medical Facility provided to family

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Schooling Facility provided toof children Electricity&working capacity machines Water facility Satisfaction regard to the bonus Auditorium facility for workers use Library facility Personal motivation Technique Job satisfaction Co-ordination of managers Counseling programs Chi square test

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LIST OF CHARTS LIST OF CHARTS SL NO 1 2

TITLE Labour Welfare activities Salary or Wage system

PAGE NO

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3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Canteen Facility Safety Measures Present Training system Leave Availability Transportation Facility Present work environment Hosing Facility

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Medical Facility provided toto family Schooling Facility provided children Electricity&working capacity of machines Water facility Satisfaction regard to the bonus Auditorium facility for workers use Library facility Personal motivation Technique Job satisfaction Co-ordination of managers Counseling programs

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CHAPTER-I INTRODUCTION CHAPTER-I INTRODUCTION ABOUT THE STUDY The industrial development in any country depends on a satisfied labour force. Mere monetory rewards cannot make them feel

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satisfied. Various other benefits are to be provided to the workers,which they cannot secure,by themselves.The bare minimum amenities alone cannot satisfy the labour force and ensure the intellectual,physical,moral and economic betterment of the workers.He needs an added stimulus to keep his body and soul together.But the provision of these benefits or extra stimuli is not compulsory and the

employers are

at liberty to provide or not to

provide.Today,employers have generally accepted welfare as a social right.But the degree of importance given by them varies.Therefore,the state also intervenes and introduces legislation from time to time to bring about some measures of uniformity in providing such amenities.The intervention of the state,however,is only to wider the area of its applicability. Labour is one of the most important factors of economic growth.A harmonious relationship between labour and management ineeded to maximize production and speed up the economic growth. Therefore, the State seeks to facilitate development of the industry while protecting the individual worker. The ambit of the labour policy includes human resources development,improvement of the living and the working conditions of the workers, strict enforcement of labour laws and provision of social security for workmen in all sectors as well as creation and maintenance of an atmosphere conducive to peaceful industrial relations in the State. In addition to implementing the labour policy for the welfare of the workers, it is also nece ssary to ensure that

all adult persons looking for work are

employed in jobs appropriate to their skills with adequate income necessary for a decent life. The concept of labour welfare is necessarily elastic,bearing a different interpretation from country and time to time,depending on different social systems,degree of industrializations and general level of social and 18

economic development.In it widest sense,it is more or less synonymous with labour legislations and social insurance.The committee on labour welfare 1969,however,said that welfare is broad concept.It can note a condition of well being,happiness,satisfaction,conservation and development of human resource. The term labour welfare includes provision of various facilities and amenities in and around the work place for the better life of the worker.It is a narrow cocept which is mainly concerned with the welfare of the workers.Labour welfare facilities includes medicine, sports, education, cultural, and other facilities.

DEFINITIONS: Definition

of

the

Labour

Investigation

Committee :The

Labour

Investigation Committee has defined labour welfare as ”Anything done for the

intellectual,physical,moral

and

economic

betterment

of

the

workers,whether by the employers,by the government or by other agencies over and above what is laid down by law or what is normally expectedon the part of the contractual benefits for which worker may have bargained”.

Definition Given By Encyclopedia: The Encyclopedia of social sciences

defines”Labour welfare as the voluntary effo rts of

the employers to

establish within the existing industrial system working and sometimes living and actual conditions of the employees beyond that which required by law,the custom of the industry and the conditions of the market”.

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Definition of Dr.Panadikar:Dr.Panadikar defines the concept as “work for

improving the healthy and general well being and the industrial efficiency of the workers beyond the minimum standard laid down by the labour legislation”.

Definition of Prof. S .D.Pinker: He has been defined as “Labor Welfare is

also understood mean such services facilities and amenities which may be established in industries to enable person employed there in to perform their work in he althy and co ngenial surr oundin g and to Prom ote them with amenities to conduct good health and good moral.”

BASIC FEATURES OF LABOUR WELFARE 1.Labour welfare measures and amenities are provided not only to the employees of the undertaking but also to their family members. 2.The facilities and welfare amenities provided are not identical all over the world.the

differ

widely

depending

on

the

historical,cultural

and

environmental conditions. 3.These measures are provided not only by the employers but also by the Government,trade unions and by other outside agencies. 4.These measures do not include those facilities,which are statutory or obligatory

under

any

contract

between

the

employer

and

the

employee.Thus they are only optional,and voluntarily provided.

APPROACHES TO LABOUR WELFARE 1.Paternalistic approach:In the early phase of industrialization i.e during

the early days of 20 th century,the paternalistic approach of labour welfare

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was adopted.The good employers of those days started providing such facilities

motivated

by

philanthropic,humanitarian

and

religious

considerations. 2.Industrial efficiency approach:The next step in the evolutionary process

was the industrial efficiency approach.with the passage of time,the size of business undertaking grown.They were organized in the form of joint stock companies

and there was

a

total

separation of ownership and

management.Hence the so-called employers were no longer able to maintain direct contact with the workers. 3.Social approach:The latest trend in the concept of labour welfare is the

shift of emphasis from that of increased efficiency to the promotion of the general welfare of the workers.This social approach does neither involveany philanthropic consideration nor the ulterior motive of increasing the level of labour efficiency.

PRINCIPLES OF LABOUR WELFARE 1.Right spirit:The welfare activities should be undertaken in the right

spirit.They are not substitutes for low wages and other allowances.Nor they should be provided to undermine the influence of the trade unions. 2.Should serve the real need of the workers: The scheme so formulated

must serve the real need of the employees concerned.Special classes of workers require spcial type of welfare services. 3.Co-opration of the workers:No welfare scheme could succeed without

the active support of the workers.The workers should be allowed to participate in the formulation and administration of any welfare scheme to achive the real objectives of the scheme.

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4.No compulsion:There should be no compulsion for workers to avail these

facilities.In other words,labour welfare should be voluntary and the workers should be free to take advantage of such facilities.

TYPES OF LABOUR WELFARE 1.Intra-mural Facilities:The facilities provided inside the factory are

known as intra-mural facilities.These facilities include activities relating to minimization if industrial fatigue.provision of safety measure like fencing and covering of machines,good layout of the plant and machinery,sufficient lighting conditions,first aid appliance etc. 2. Extra-mural Facilities: Facilities offered to the workers outside the

factory

are known as extra-mural facilities.They include better housing

accommodations,indoor and outdoor recreation facilities,sports,educational facilities etc. 3.Statutory Facilities:Under this category,welfare facilities are provided

according to the labour legislation passed by the Government.The nature and coverage of these facilities vary from country to country. 4.Mutual Facilities:These facilities are usually outside the scope of the

statutory facilities.The workers themselves for their own interest voluntarily undertake these activities. 5.Voluntary:The facilities,which are voluntarily provided

by the

employer,come under this category.hence,they are not statutory.

IMPORTANCE OF WELFARE WORK Labour welfare work got importance because of the following reasons:

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1.The welfare activities influence the sentiments of the workers.When

worker feels that the employers and the state are interested in their happiness ,his tendency to grous and grumble will steadily disappear.The development of such feeling paves the way for industrial peace. 2.The provision of various welfare measures makes the worker realize that

they also some stake in the undertaking in which they are engaged and so think thrice before taking any reckless action which might prejudice the interest of undertaking. 3 .The welfare measures like cheap food in canteens, free medical

and edu cat ion al fa cil iti es etc. Indirectly increase industrial dispute the real income of the workers. Hence they try toavoid industrial dispute , as far as possible and do not go on strikes on flimsy ground 4.Welfare activities will go a long way to better the mental and moral health

of workers by reducing the incidence of vices of industrialization. 5 .Welfare activities will reduce labour turnover and absenteeism

an d cr ea te pe rm an en t se tt le d la bo ur fo rc e by ma ki ng se rv ic e attractive to the labour. 6 .Welfare measures will improve the physique,intelligence morality

and stan dard of livin gof the workers which in turn will improve their efficiency and productive.

BENEFITS OF LABOUR WELFARE 1.Improved

satisfaction

industrial

to

the

relations: These

workers,which

measures

help

in

provide

maintaining

enough industrial

peace.Conflicts,chaos,unrest etc.are minimized to a great extent. 2.Increase in the general efficiency and and income: The facilities make the workers happy and feel contented at home as well as in the factory,which

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3.High Morale:The welfare measures shall also help in securing the willing

co-operation of the workers.if they once satisfied ,they will be less tempted to immoral and anti-social activities.Thus a high degree of employee morale is ensured. 4.Creation of permanent labour force: These facilities will provide an

attraction to the workers to stay longer in the undertaking.In the absence of such facilities,the workers will often leave for their villages in search of recreation etc. 5.Improvement in the mental and moral health: These facilities bring

about a change in the outlook of the workers,improve their mental faculty and keep them in becoming good citizens. 6.Changes in the outlook of employers: A change in the attitude and

outlook of the employees and their heartfelt cooperation shall also change the outlook of the employers as well. 7.Social benefits:Besides the various economic advantages to the employers

and employees,these measures offer various social advantages also.The increase in the efficiency of the workers ultimately leads to an increase in production,rate of profit and the earnings of the undertakings.

OBJECTIVES OF LABOUR WELFARE

Prof. H. S. Kirkaldy, in

his well known bo ok”The spirit of Indu strial

Relations”,rightly remarked that welfare measures are undertaken by the employees to achieve the following objectives: 1.To combat the sense of frustration of the industrial workers. 2.To relieve him of personal and family worries. 3,To improve his health. 24

4.To afford him means of self-expression. 5.To offer him some sphere in which he can excel others. 6.To help him to a wider concept of life.

THE SCOPES OF LABOUR WELFARE

1.To enrich better quality of wok life. 2.To improve the efficiency of work 3.To enhance the productivity. 4.To enrich industrial relation and industrial peace 5.To raise the physical standards of the workforce. 6.To enhance the purchasing and serving capacity of the employees. 7.To make employee work contribute systematically to the nation’s economy. 8.To reduce absenteeism.Employee welfare is having a wider scope and may ha ve ind iff ere nt co un tri es de pe nd in g upon the socioeconomic conditions, political outlook and social philosophy.

LABOUR WELFARE IN INDIA

Labour welfare activities in our country were mainly a product of the stresses and strains during the first world war(1914-1919).Before this period,there were only isolated instances of labour welfare work,mostly by outside agencies on humanitarian ground.During the second world war (1939-45)the movement of labour welfare received further impetus.the factories act was enactedin 1934.it was for the first time thet provision of certain welfare amenities inside the factory was made statutory.After the 25

second world war, both the central and the provincial governments showed a keen interest in undertaking welfare activities for the workers. The government also appointed welfare officers to persuade the employers to improve the welfare schemes.Therefore, in 1946,the programme for labour suggested a through overhauling of legislative measures to promote labour welfare.After independence the first plan laid more emphasis on effective implementationof various statutory provisions.A committee was also appointed by the central government to draw up a code of efficiency and welfare.The code as drafted by the committee was extensively discussed in the Indian labour conference and national productivity council.But the code was not implemented.

LABOUR LAWS

The state government is enforcing various labour laws such as the Industrial Disputes Act, the Tamil Nadu Shops & Establishments Act, 1947,the Tamil Nadu Catering Establishment Act, 1958, the Industrial Employment(standing orders) Act , 1946, the Trade Unions Act, 1926, the Plantations Labour Act, 1951, the Motor Transport Workers Act, 1961, the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, the Payment of Bonus Act 1965, the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, the Workmen’s Compensation Act,1923, etc. The state government helps in maintaining a harmonious relationship between management and labour. Through the process of conciliation, strikes and lockouts are avoided and disputes are settled amicably.Labour courts and Industrial Disputes Tribunals have been set up in order to help workmen get speedy statutory relief. The enforcement machinery of the State ensures compliance of statutory requirements of 26

labour laws as well as laws related to weights and measures so as to protect rights of the workers and consumers. The State Labour Advisory Board is a tri-partite high level committee consisting of representatives of the employers, employees and Government officials addressing issues related to labour laws and amendments to the Acts and Rules and other labour related problems.

LABOUR SAFETY AND HEALTH The State also plays a pivotal role in protecting the safety, health and welfare of the workers in registered factories by enforcing the Factories Act,1948 and other labour enactments in the State. Industries, which are involved in any dangerous operations, are inspected periodically so as to ensure health and safety of the workers. The MajorAccident Hazard (MAH) Control Cell periodically inspects the MAH factories and recommends suitable safety measures to the management to prevent any industrial disaster. The State 805 Level Safety Audit Cell scrutinizes the safety audit report received from the above factories and makes suggestions for improvement in safety,environmental and health measures. Due to increased safety promotion activities such as conducting safety surveys and safety training courses, the total incidence of industrial accidents (fatal and nonfatal) have been appreciably controlled, even though there is an increase in the number of factories registered under the Factories Act.

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The Constitution of India prohibits employment of children below the age of 14 years in the factories, mines or hazardous employments. In Tamil Nadu, the employment of children is prohibited altogether under the Factories Act, 1948, the Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishment Act 1947, Tamil Nadu Catering Establishment Act 1958 and Child Labour (Regulation and Abolition)Act, 1986. The Tamil Nadu State Action Plan aims at eradication of child labour in hazardous as well as non-hazardous employment by December 2007. The National Child Labour Project and the India and US Government Project(INDUS) Child Labour Project, which are funded by Government of India arefunctioning in 12 and 5 districts respectively with the objective of eradicating this heinous practice. The State endeavours to eliminate child labour working in tandem with NGOs, Centrally funded child labour projects as well as by

807 leveraging the

activities of various Government departments such as school education, rural development, health etc.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

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1.1 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

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PRIMARY OBJECTIVES

1.To evaluate the welfare facilities provided by the company. 2.To study the effectiveness of the welfare measures adopted by Malabar Cement factory Walayar,Palakkad.

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SECONDARY OBJECTIVES

3.To analyze the level of contentment among workers. 4.To analyze the employees view and opinion on their welfare facilities &working conditions. 5.To understand the labours expectations from their job and company. 6.To assess the needs of the welfare measures in the company. 7.To recognize factors affecting the labour welfare. 8.To find the co-ordinaton between management and workers. 9.To Provide suggestions and recommendations for future improvement.

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NEED FOR THE STUDY

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1.2 NEED FOR THE STUDY Management is the art of getting the work done by the people, therefore it is necessary to seek the co-operation of the employee for a in order to increase the production and to higher profits.The co-operation of employees is possible only when they are satisfied with employees and the workers on the job. Labour welfare is very important factor,which affects the performance of the employees.The welfare measures have a content and reality in the content of poor standard of living of the Indian labours.It is therefore one major aspect of national programmer towards the promotion of the welfare to the people and as such is designed to create a life and work enrollment of decent comfort for employees.if proper welfare measures are not taken there may be chances of high employees turnover.

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1.3 LIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY

1.The time of one month was major constrains for an elaborate study. 2.Sampling size was limited to 110 employees. 3.lack of interest and time on the part of respondents to answer patiently. 4.A few respondent might have given biased information which may affect the reliability of result.

5.Complete data was not available because of the hindrance of the revealing matters,matters based on official secrets of management and only vague information was obtained about the management.

6.Personal opinion of labours regarding the welfare facilities was not revealed in an open manner by majority of labours,due to their liability to the company and self existence.This adversely affects much of the study.

7.Since the project work was to be completed in one month,adequate data could not be collected.

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CHAPTER-II COMPANY PROFILE 36

CHAPTER-II

INTRODUCTION

The Indian cement industry comprises 130 large cement plants and 365 mini-cement plants,with installed capacities of 165 million tonnes per annum(mtpa).Large cement plants accounted for over 94 per cent of the total installed capacity.Despite the growth of the Indian cement industry,india’s per capita production of 115 kilograms per year lags the world average of over 250 kilograms and china’s production of more than 450 kilograms per person.Clearly there remains room for growth in the industry in India. The Indian cement industry is on a roll.Driven by a booming housing sector,global demand and increased activity in infrastructure development such as state and national highways,the cement industry has outpaced itself.In this study the existence and functioning of various departments are analyzed and studied.The main functional departments of this

company

are

human

resources

department,Marketing

department,Purchase department,Production department,finance department and IT department.

COMPANY PROFILE Malabar Cements Ltd., a fully owned Govt. of Kerala Undertaking, is synonymous with superior quality cements, vouched by customers spread across the state of Kerala. The Company was incorporated in April 1978 and commenced production in April 1984 at its Walayar plant. At Malabar

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Cements, product improvement is not just a one-time strategy for boosting sales, rather a quest of excellence. Perfecting the product quality is everybody's concern here. Our distinction begins with scientifically selecting the best raw materials for clinker. Stringent quality control is exercised right from pre-blending raw materials, linearization, clinker grinding, and finally tocementpacking. Malabar Cements contributes to the developmental activities of the State by supplying the basic construction material. Only Malabar Cements can supply its cement, 'factory fresh', without any deterioration in the srcinal strength either due to moisture or humidity, within 12 hrs anywhere in Kerala. With a production capacity of 4.2 lakh tons of cement perannum, t he unit at Walayar is the largest. As part of expansion programmed, it has commissioned a 2.0 lakh tons clinker-grinding unit at Chartable in Alappuzha district in August 2003. Thus the total installed capacity of MCL is 6.2 lakh tons. MCL is the first public sector company to receive ISO Certification & to win the National Award for best achievement in Energy Conservation. Till date, MCL has experienced no loss of production due to labor unrest. In just over 15 years of commissioning, Malabar Cements has been able to meet about 10% of total cement consumption in Kerala. With the expansion plans in progress, the figures are sure to rise further. Malabar cements limited,the flag ship company of Government of Kerala,has achived the most coveted recognition of ISO 9002 certification from the prestigious apex body of standardization,the Bureau of Indian Standards.It is the first public sector cement unit in India to achieve this recognition.It is learned that in terms of profitabilioty Malabar Cement Ltd,is the number one public sector company in Kerala.

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2.1 VISION & MISSION VISION

To help in building a better habitable Kerala by providing best solutions in the field of constructions.

MISSION

To provide quality products & services to the public through effective intervention in the market.

2.2 COMPANY POLICY Manufacture and sell best quality cement at affordable price to general public of the state and to be an important part in the socio-economic development of the state.

2.3 QUALITY POLICY Every employee of Malabar cements limited commits to comply With all requirements to continually improve the effectiveness of the quality management system and strives: 1)To identify various groups of customers serviced by him. 2)To understand their respective needs and desires either stated or not stated. 3)To ensure best possible quality in products and services. 4)To meet and exceed their expectations.

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2.4 HISTORY Cement is a necessary constituent of infrastructure development and a key raw material for the construction industry. As late as the 70’s, the State of Kerala was virtually starving for cement. The state lacked a Portland cement factory in either private or government Sector. In 1961-62, the Geological Survey of India located a limestone deposit in the Pandered valley of the Walayar region on the northern side of the Palakkad gap. Located in dense forest area, the hilly terrain was required heavy investment to mine. The State Govt. ventured to put up a Cement factory in the region. The feasibility study conducted revealed that the construction of a 1200 tad dry process cement plant using the Pandered limestone is feasible. KSIDC obtained an Industrial License for the manufacture of cement in November 1976 and decided to go ahead with the project and formed “Malabar Cements Limited” to set up, own and operate the proposed cement plant. The plant was successfully commissioned in 1984 and the commercial cementation started on 1984 Now, The Company is all equipped to set precedence among public sector units in the state. The launch of two Superior quality products under the brand name ‘Malabar Super’ and ‘Malabar Classic’, in the year 1994-95 gave a boost to the market presence. Various modifications carried out since 1995 have improved production and productivity of Malabar Cements. A 2.5 MW multi-fuel power plant was commissioned in June 1998 to complement 25% of the total power requirement for the Walayar plant operations. As part of expansion, the company has commissioned a 600 tpd Grinding Unit at Cherthala in August 2003. The modernization of Cement Mill, completed in December 2004, helped to increase the cement production The company has upgraded the

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plant

with state-of-the-art technology; Belt bucket elevators, Kiln

automation, modification of cement mill internals etc, are few to mention. The 0.42 million tones capacity is less than 10% of the cement consumption in Kerala and expansion will allow the company to harness the markets beyond its core segment.

2.5 CERTIFICATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS ISO Certification •

“IS/ISO 9002: 1994” certification obtained in November 1996. First PSU to secure this certification.

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Switched over to the revised standard ISO 9001: 2000 in Aug’2003.

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Switched over to Quality Certification ISO : 9001 :2008 in 2010

2.6 HUMAN RESOURCES

MCL moves with a workforce of around 900+ dedicated and highly skilled personnel. As part of the commitment towards the society, MCL plays a very important role in generating employment for the general public. And, as a result, more than three thousand families depended on MCL indirectly, for their livelihood.

2.7 MCL PRODUCT RANGE Malabar Cements uses the state of the art, dry process technology for the manufacturing of super quality cement and the quality is much above the

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national standards. For Various applications, the company has three brands via "Malabar Super" "Malabar Aiswarya" "Malabar Classic"

1.Malabar Super

A

fabulous product in every sense: Super in strength,

Wonderful in workability, Incredible in aging,Implausible in durabilityand Fantastic in strength gain an amazing performer Tests carried out by Bureau of Indian Standards have established unshakeable credentials of Malabar Super. Super strength accelerates setting time and fine finish. Malabar super is superior in strength to ordinary '43' grade cement. It attains the 28 days' strength required as per IS in just 7 days time. Not only that, the strength attained in 28 days time is about 50 percent more than the IS specification. The amazing strength of Malabar Super arises from its unequalled particle fineness, 33 percent more than the IS specification and consistency in composition, made so by computerized process control system.

2.Malabar Classic

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Superior in its class of cements, it offers better setting properties delayed initial set and early final set offering more working time and reduced observation time. Structures achieve excellent dimensional stability with the heat resistant properties of MALABAR CLASSIC. It also reduces heat generation during hydration, making it a better workable finished product absolutely reliable. The extra fineness welded into it allows MALABAR CLASSIC better coverage and finish in wall and roof plastering this in turn, reduces paint consumption.

3.Malabar Aiswarya

Brings prosperity in many ways. It increases the life of your structures by safeguarding against soleplate Attack. Aiswarya offers high quality at reduced price.Aiswarya generates less heat of hydration, reduces the formation of getting cracks. This product is best studied for constructions in soil and water with excess alkali metals, sulphates, alumina, iron and acidic waters. To obtain the best quality cement, only glassy granulated slag is used for product manufacturing. With very low magnesium oxide content this provides shape stability for concrete structures.

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2.8 PLANT & FACTORY DETAILS The Geological Survey of India had identified a cement grade limestone deposit in the Walayar reserve forest way back in 1961-62. The Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited confirmed its efficacy. Malabar Cements Ltd., fully by the Gover nment of Kerala, is the only Portland cement manufacturer in Kerala. The company was incorporated in April 1978 and commenced commercial production in 1984 with capital outlay of Rs. 680 million and paid up equity capital of Rs. 260 million. The 1200 TPD plant at Walayar has continuously registered profit year after year. The company has upgraded the plant with state-of-the-art technologies through the years. After the inception and in line with technological developments, company has carried out lot of modifications in the system for minimizing energy consumption, Pollution control measures, process modifications etc. Some of the salient features of the plants are listed below: •

Limestone reserve of about 10 million tons.

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Modern 110 TPH Closed Circuit Cement Mill.

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Strict Quality Control system to ensure quality of the product.

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Most modern Instrumentation & Control system for efficient process engineering.

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Modern dry process manufacturing technology with four-stage suspension pre heater system.

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Elaborate pollution control system to meet pollution control standards.

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2.9 SOCIAL WELFARE

Every industrial establishment especially profit making Public Sector Undertakings have major role in the social enlistment of surrounding population and Malabar Cements Limited is fulfilling it in a unique way. 1) CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Street light with electrical connection from the company line is provided through NH from Chandrapuram Check post to Township covering around 3 km 2) SPECIAL BLOCK AT MEDICAL COLLAGE A block was at Calicut Medical College was renovated by MCL in the year 2010 3) AFFORESTATION IN MINES

As part of our commitment to the mother earth we have implemented an Afforestation Programme in our Mines 4) NADUPATHY TRIBAL COLONY

The company has adopted the tribal school in the Nadupathy Colony for the total up liftment of the tribal community

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CHAPTER-III RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 46

CHAPTER-III RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Depending on the nature of the study ,the researcher has followed survey method based on random sampling method. Research methodology is the science of studying how is done scientifically and in systematic manner.Research can be defined as systematic and purposing the Cause and effect relationship between two or more phenomenon.

3.1 RESEARCH Research in common parlance refers to a search for knowledge.In fact,research is an art of scientific investigation.The Advanced Learner’s dictionary of current englishlays down the meaning of research as”a careful investigation or inquiry specially through search for new facts in any branch of knowledge.” Redman and Mory define research as a”systemized effort to gain new knowledge.” Research is an academic activity and as such the term should be used in a technical sense.According to Clifford Woody research comprises defining and redefining problems,formulating hypothesis or suggested solutions;collecting,organizing,evaluatin

data;making

deductions

and

reaching conclusions to determine whether they fit the formulating hypothesis.D.Slesinger and M Stephenson in the encyclopedia of social sciences define research as”the manipulation of things,concepts or symbols for

the

purpose

of

generalizing

to

extend,correct

or

verify

knowledge,whether that knowledge aids in construction of theory or in thepractice of an art.”

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3.2 RESEARCH DESIGN The study is descriptive and conducted through survey method using will framed Questionnaire.The Questionnaire is a structur one.Administrated upon the selected respondent.

3.3 COLLECTION OF DATA The collection of data were from the primary and secondary data observation. 3.3.1 PRIMARY DATA The primary data are those which are collected afresh and for the first time,and thus happen to be srcinal in character.Here, a structured Questionnaire has used to collect data from employees personal interview with family members and friends,to invite their news and opinions.

3.3.2 SECONDARY DATA The secondary data,on the other hand,are those which have already been collected by someone else and which have already been passed throughthe statistical process.Here, the secondary data was from various text books and brouchures of the company.

3.4 TECHNIQUES FOR DATA COLLECTION The necessary data were collected through structured Questionnaire and Interviews with employees.

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3.5 GRAPHICAL TOOL USED In the research graphical tool used for presentation of data is bar charts.

3.6 STATISTICAL TOOL USED SIMPLE PERCENTAGE Simple percentage method is used for analysis interpretation

according to simple percentage method.The total number of respondent before divides the number of persons favouring. Number of persons favouring *100 Total number of respondent CHI- SQUARE TEST

The chi -square test is used to test whether there is a significant difference between the observed number of responses in each category and the expected number of responses for such category under the assumptions of null hypothesis.In other words the objective is to find out how well the distribution of observed frequencies ‘O’fit the distribution of expected frequencies ‘E’.Hence this test is also called goodness of fit test. The random variable whose sampling distribution is approximated by chi –square distribution is given by

Chi-square = SUM(O-E)2/E The calculated value of chi-square is then compared with the critical value of chi-square from the table with a pre-established value at the level of significance and the given degree of freedom.

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CHAPTER-IV ANALYSIS & INTERPRETATION 50

CHAPTER-IV TABLE -1

The respondents opinion about the Labour Welfare Activities. Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total

No. of Respondents 28 56 26 0 110

% of R espondents 25.5 50.9 23.6 0 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferre d that 50.9% of respondents are satisfied with the labour welfare activities provided by the company,and 25.5% are highly satisfied and 23.6% are dissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-1 LABOUR WELFARE ACTIVITIES

60

50

Highly Satisfied(25.5%) Satisfied (50.9%)

40

Dissatisfied(23.6%) 30

Highly Dissatisfied(0%) 20

10

0

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TABLE-2

The respondents opinion about the Salary/Wage System. Response

No. of Respondents

Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied

8

Highly Dissatisfied Total

0

66 36 110

% of R espondents 7.3 60 32.7 0

100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table,it is clear that 60% of respondents are satisfied,and 32.7% are dissatisfied with the salary or wage system provided by the company.

CHART-2 SALARY OR WAGE SYSTEM

60

50

Highly Satisfied(7.3%) 40

30

20

Satisfied (60%) Dissatisfied(32.7%) Highly Dissatisfied(0%)

10

0

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TABLE-3

The respondents opinion about the Canteen Facility Response

No. of Respondents


0


0

% of R espondents 0

100 10 110

90.9 9.1 0

100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 90.9% of respondents are satisfied with the canteen facility provided by the company, and 9.1% are dissatisfied,and none of the respondents are highly satisfied and highly dissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-3 CANTEEN FACILITY

100 90 80 70 60

Highly Satisfied(0%)

50

Satisfied (90.9%)

40

Dissatisfied(9.1%)

30

20

Highly Dissatisfied(0%)

10 0

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TABLE-4

The respondents opinion about the Safety Measures Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total


% of R espondents 18.2 70.9 10.9 0 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 70.9% of respondents are satisfied with the safety measures,and 18.2% are highly satisfied,and only 10.9% are dissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-4 SAFETY MEASURES

80

70

60


Satisfied (70.9%) 40

Dissatisfied(10.9%)

30

Highly Dissatisfied(0%) 20

10 0

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TABLE-5

The respondents opinion about the Present Training System Response

No. of Respondents

% of R espondents


14 84 12

12.7 76.4 10.9


0

0

110

100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table,it is clear that 76.4% of respondents are satisfied, and 10.9% are dissatisfied with the present training system provided by the company.

TABLE-5 PRESENT TRAINING SYSTEM

80

70

60

50

40

30

20

Highly Satisfied(12.7%) Satisfied (76.4%) Dissatisfied(10.9%) Highly Dissatisfied(0%)

10

0

TABLE-6 55

The respondents opinion about the Leave Availability Response

No. of Respondents


5


4

% of R espondents

18 83

4.54 16.36 75.45

110

3.63 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table,it is clear that only 16.36% of respondents are satisfied with the leave facility provided by the company,and 75.45% ardissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-6 LEAVE FACILITY PROVIDED BY THE COMPANY

80

70

60

Highly Satisfied(4.54%)

50

Satisfied (16.36%)

40

Dissatisfied(75.45%)

30

HighlyDissatisfied(3.63%)

20

10

0

TABLE-7 56

The respondents opinion about the Transportation Facility

Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total


% of R espondents 10.9 89.1 0 0 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 89.1% of respondents are satisfied with the transportation facility, and 10.9% respondents are highly satisfied,and none of the respondents are dissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-7 TRANSPORTATION FACILITY

90

80

70

60

50

Highly Satisfied(10.9%) Satisfied (89.1%) Dissatisfied(0%)

40

30


20

10

0

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TABLE-8

The respondents opinion about the Present Work Environment Response

No. of Respondents

% of R espondents


17 74 19

15.5 67.2 17.3


0

0

110

100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 67.2% of respondents are satisfied with the present work environment, and 17.3% are dissatisfied,and only 15.5% of the respondents are highly satisfied with the above statement. CHART-8 PRESENT WORK ENVIRONMENT

70

60

50

40

30

20

10

0


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TABLE-9

The respondents opinion about the Housing Facility Response

No. of Respondents


2


0

87 21 110

% of R espondents 1.8 79.1 19.1 0

100

INTERPRETATION From the above table inferred that 79.1% of respondents are satisfied

with the housing facility provided by the company, and 19.1% are dissatisfied with the above statement. CHART-9 HOUSING FACILITY 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0


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TABLE-10

The respondents opinion about the Medical Facility provided to Family Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total


% of R espondents 8.2 87.3 4.5 0 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 87.3% of respondents are satisfied, and only 4.5% are dissatisfied,and 8.2% are highly satisfied with the above statement.

CHART-10 MEDICAL FACILITY PROVIDED TO FAMILY

90

80

70

60

50



Dissatisfied(4.5%) 20

10


0

TABLE-11 60

The respondents opinion about the Schooling facility provided to children



% of R espondents 10 65.5 23.6 0.9 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferre d that 65.5% of respondents are satisfied with the education facility provided to children, and 23.6% are dissatisfied,and only 10% are highly satisfied with the above statement.

CHART-11 EDUCATION FACILITY PROVIDED TO CHILDREN

70

60

50

40

Highly Satisfied(10%) Satisfied (65.5%) Dissatisfied(23.6%)

30

Highly Dissatisfied(0.9%) 20

10

0

TABLE-12

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The respondents opinion about the Electricity &Working capacity of Machines INTERPRETATION

Response

No. of Respondents


4


5

% of R espondents

51 50

3.63 46.36 45.45

110

4.54 100

From the above table inferred that 46.36% of respondents are satisfied with the electricity and working capacity of machines, and 45.45% are dissatisfied,and only 3.63% are highly satisfied with the above statement. CHART-12 WORKING CAPACITY OF MACHINES 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0

Highly Satisfied(3.63%) Satisfied (46.36%) Dissatisfied(45.45%) Highly Dissatisfied(4.54%)

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TABLE-13

The respondents opinion about the Water Facility Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total

No. of Respondents 23 75 12 0

% of R espondents 20.9 68.2 10.9 0

110

100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 68.2% of respondents are satisfied, and only 10.9% are dissatisfied,and 20.9% are highly satisfied with the above statement.

CHART-13 WATER FACILITY 70

60



Dissatisfied(10.9%)

30


20

10

0

TABLE-14 63

The respondents opinion about the Satisfaction regard to the Bonus



% of R espondents 16.4 57.3 26.3 0 100

INTERPRETATION

From the above table inferred that 57.3% of respondents are satisfied with the bonus, and 26.3% are dissatisfied,and 16.4% of the respondents are highly satisfied with the above statement.

CHART-14 SATISFACTION REGARD TO THE BONUS

60

50



20

Dissatisfied(26.3%) Highly Dissatisfied(0%)

10

0

TABLE-15

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The respondents opinion about the Auditorium Facility for Workers use INTERPRETATION Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total


% of R espondents 5.5 77.3 11.7 5.5 100

From the above table inferred that 77.3% of respondents are satisfied with the Auditorium facility provided by the company, and 11.7% are dissatisfied,and only 11% are equally highly satisfied and highly dissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-15 AUDITORIUM FACILITY FOR WORKERS USE

80 70

Highly Satisfied(5.5%)

60

Satisfied (77.3%)

50

Dissatisfied(11.7%)

40

Highly Dissatisfied(5.5%)

30

20

10

TABLE-16 0

The respondents opinion about the 65

Library Facility

INTERPRETATION



% of R espondents 4.5 70.9 23.6 0.9 100

From the above table inferred that 70.9% of respondents are satisfied with the library facility for workers, and 23.6% are dissatisfied,and only 4.5% of the respondents are highly satisfied with the above statement

CHART-16 LIBRARY FACILITY FOR WORKERS

80

70

60

50



Dissatisfied(23.6%)

20

HighlyDissatisfied(0.9%) 10

0

TABLE-17


Personal Motivation Techniques

INTERPRETATION



% of R espondents 4.5 72.7 22.7 0 100

From the above table inferred that 72.7% of respondents are satisfied with the personal motivation techniques provided by the company, and 22.7% are dissatisfied, with the above statement.

CHART-17 PERSONAL MOTIVATION TECHNIQUES

80

70

60

50

40


30

Dissatisfied(22.7%)

20


10

0

TABLE-18


Job Satisfaction INTERPRETATION



% of R espondents 13.6 83.6 2.7 0 100

From the above table inferred that 83.6% of respondents are satisfied with their current job,and 13.6% are highly sayisfied, and only 2.7% are dissatisfied with the above statement.

CHART-18 JOB SATISFACTION

90

80

70

60

50

Highly Satisfied(13.6%) Satisfied (83.6%) Dissatisfied(2.7%)

40

30


20

10

0

TABLE-19

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The respondents opinion about the Co-ordination of Managers

INTERPRETATION Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total


% of R espondents 5.5 80 14.5 0 100

From the above table inferred that 80% of respondents are satisfied with the coordination of managers and supervisors,and 14.5% are dissatisfied,and only 5.5% are highly satisfied with the above statement.

CHART-19 CO-ORDINATION OF MANAGERS

80

70

60


Satisfied (80%)

40

Dissatisfied(14.5%)

30


20

10

0

ABLE-20

T

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The respondents opinion about the Counseling Programs

INTERPRETATION Response Highly satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Highly Dissatisfied Total


% of R espondents 15.5 58.2 25.4 0.9 100

From the above table inferred that 58.2% of respondents are satisfied with the counseling programs arranged by the company,and 25.4% are dissatisfied,and 15.5% are highly satisfied with the above statement.

CHART-20 COUNSELING PROGRAMS

60

50

40


30

20

Dissatisfied(25.4%) Highly Dissatisfied(0.9%)

10

0

TABLE-21

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CHI-SQUARE TEST

Chi square with labour welfare activities and present work environment . ALTERNATIVE HYPOTHESIS

There is a significance relationship between labour welfare activities and present work environment. 28 17 45

56 74

26 19 130

0 0 45

110 110 0

220

Chi-square calculation =SUM(O-E)2/E

O 28 56 26 0 17 74 19 0

E 22 65 22 0 22 65 22 0 TOTAL

=(O-E)2/E 1.6 1.2 0.7 0 1.1 1.2 0.4 0 6.2

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Calculated of chi-square

= 6.2

Degree of freedom

=(4-1)(2-1) 3*1=3

Table value at 4% of significance is 7.815 INTERPRETATION

At the 4% of level of significance,the calculated value(6.2)is lesser than the table value(7.815).so the hypothesis is accepted.Hence it may be conducted that significance association between labour welfare activities and present work environment.

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CHAPTER-V FINDINGS,SUGGESTIONS& CONCLUSI ON FINDINGS

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1.This study shows most of the labours(75.4%)are getting benefits from the welfare benefits from the welfare activities.Majority arefully satisfied with the labour welfare activities provided by the company. 2.Majority with (60.3%)of the respondents pinion about the salary or wage system is very good. 3.Majority of the respondents (90.9%)are fully satisfied with the canteen facility provided by the company. 4.This study shows most of the labours(89.1%) are getting maximum satisfaction from safety measures provided by the company. 5.Most of the employees(89.1%) are fully satisfied with the present training system.They arrange new training system. 6.Majority of the respondents (79.08%)are fully dissatisfied with the leave availability provided by the company. 7.Most

of

the

employees

are

fully

satisfied

with

the

water

facility,housing,electricity provided by the company. 8.This study shows (100%)of the respondents are fully satisfied with the transportation facility. 9.Company create good work environment for labours. 10.Majority of labours(95.5%)opinion about medical facility provided by the company is very good.They arrange first aid,rest room,and ambulance. 11.Most of the employees (75.5%)are fully satisfied with the education facility provided to their children. 12.Most of the laabours are fully satisfied regard to their job,because of better co-ordination of managers. 13.The majority(77.2%)of the respondents opinion about motivation techniques from superiors side to labours is very good.

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14.Counseling programs of the company is helpful for the employees for improving work.problem identification,and maximize companies profit.

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SUGGESTIONS 76

SUGGESTIONS

1.Canteen facility shold be improved by providing quality food items and maintain cleanliness. 2.The organisation should provide good housing facilities for workers with good condition. 3.The company should provide electricity without frequent breakdown to their employees.. 4.The managers and supervisors should coordinate with labours for improving their attitude and motivate the employees.

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CONCL USION CONCLUSION

Labour welfare plays an important role in promoting various welfare sercices for the employees in different field.Analysis of data will facilitate derivation of conclusion.The particular project “A study of LABOUR WELFARE MEASURES IN MALABAR CEMENT LIMITED” conducted for

the

purpose

of

attaining

certain

objectives

such

as

work

environment,labour welfare activities provided by the company etc.In this section of the report,conclusions of study are numbered and listed.For this a comprehensive schedule containing some questions were prepared.Most of the labours are fully co-operated with the data collection.Analysis and interpretation of data revealed some interesting facts about the labour welfare measures.Malabar cements limited is considered to be an industry due to the large number of employees.It is not possible to solve all the problems,but some suggestions can be made to improve their conditions. The welfare aspects covered in Malabar cements Limited is the focus of the study.

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

•

Human Resource Management:Dr.Radhahr

•

Research Methodology

:C.R.Kothari

(second edition) •

Idustrial Law

•

www.wikkipedia.com

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www.hrpower.com

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www.malabarcements.com

:N.D,Kapoor

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ANNEXURE ANNEXURE A STUDY ON LABOUR WELFARE ACTIVITIES OF MALABAR CEMENT LTD,WALAYAR,PALAKKAD

(QUESTIONNAIRE)

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PersonalDetails: a)Name

:

b)Age

:

c)Designation

:

d)Department

:

e)Year of experience:

Mark your level of satisfaction in following areas: 1.Labour welfare activities provided by your organization? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

2.Salary or Wage system in your company? Highly satisfied 3.The canteen facility? Highly satisfied

4.Safety measures provided by the company? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

5.Present training system in the company? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

6.Leave availability provided by the company? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

7.Transportation facility provided by the company? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

8.Present work environment?

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Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

9.Housing facility provided by the company? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

10.Medical facilities provided to your family members? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

11.Schooling facility provided to your children? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

12.Electricity and working capacity of the machines? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

13.Water facility? Highly satisfied

14.Satisfaction regard to the bonus? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

15.Auditorium facility for workers use? Highly satisfied 16.Library facility? Highly satisfied

17.Personal motivation techniques? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

18.Satisfaction regard to your job? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

19.Co-ordination of managers or supervisors? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

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20.Counseling programmes? Highly satisfied

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Highly dissatisfied

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Labor Welfare in Malabar Cement

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