Emergency Response Drill Held At Cadbury Unit In Sri City
Personnel from the police and fire service departments trained employees on emergency response measures
Emergency preparedness drill was conducted at Mondelez factory in Sri City on Friday
Hyderabad: A mock drill was conducted at the Mondelez (Cadbury Chocolate) factory in Sri City on Friday, as per the directives of District Superintendent of Police V Harshavardhan Raju. The drill aimed to enhance readiness for fire incidents, gas leaks, and other emergencies, ensuring safety protocols are effectively implemented.
Personnel from the police and fire service departments trained employees on emergency response measures, equipping them with essential safety knowledge and procedural guidelines to minimise risks.
As part of the broader safety initiative, local police and fire service teams conduct annual training across all industries in Sri City, forming special response units and organising mock drills to reinforce awareness and preparedness for handling emergencies. Annotating on the mock drill, Dr Ravindra Sannareddy, Founder & MD of Sri City, stressed that safety is paramount in industrial environments and praised the mock drill for enhancing emergency preparedness.
He thanked the District Superintendent of Police and fire officials for their proactive efforts in strengthening safety awareness across Sri City’s industries.
Officials emphasised the need for seamless coordination between departments in crisis situations.
They advised that individuals unable to move during emergencies should be promptly assisted by the Quick Response Team (QRT) and provided first aid. Immediate communication with the police and revenue officials was also highlighted as a critical step.
Companies were encouraged to establish dedicated firefighting and rescue teams to enhance workplace safety. Officials also recommended using both carbon monoxide extinguishers and water in fire-related incidents.
Sri City CI Srinivasulu and SI Hari Prasad, were present at the event.
