Thursday 24 December 2015

MINUTES OF PERIODIC MEETING HELD WITH MEMBER/PER ON 22ND DECEMBER 2015.




TO,
     ALL OFFICE BEARERS OF CE & BRANCH CHAIRMAN/SECRETARY,

On 21st DECEMBER , 2015 AT OFB HQRS
              Shri  Hemant Trivedi,  General Secretary  (CE) & JCM –III/OFB member along with Shri Bharat Bhushan Ojha CEC members visited OFB on 21/12/2015 and met with Hon’ ble DGOF & Chairman OFB , Member/Per and DDG/IR and expressed anguishness and frustration among of NGO cadre for non- publishing the promotion orders of JWM for all disciplines.
               In the evening of same date DDG/IR given assurance that just now DPC/RDPC for the discipline has been signed by Hon’ble DGOF & Chairman OFB and same will be uploaded on comnet on 22/12/2015.  DDG/IR also assured there is no reversion order will take place from the post of JWM to Chargeman in stream of Chemical and electrical.

On 22ND DECEMBER, 2015 AT OFB HQRS
Official side
Association side
Shri Amitabh Roychowdhury, Member/PER
Shri S K Sinha, DDG/NG & IR
Shri A S Bhatnagar, DIR/NG
Shri S K Singh, DIR/IR
Two members from PC of A, Kolkata
Shri D.K.Chowdhury, PRESIDENT(CE)
Shri  Hemant Trivedi, GENERAL SECRETARY (CE)
Shri R. N. Meena, VICE-PRESIDENT
Shri Bharat Bhushan Ojha, CEC MEMBER

                THE ABOVE MEMBERS ATTENDED THE 2ND PERIODICAL MEETING WITH NDNGSA UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF MEMBER/PER AT OFB HQRS. THE FOLLOWING POINTS DISCUSSED IN THE MEETING:-

POINTS RECORDED IN 1ST PERIODICAL MEETING   (ON 7TH APRIL) OF THE YEAR 2015-16.
Point No.1 Seniority list of Chargeman should be published immediately without any discrepancies and DPC should be conducted
Action Taken Report
In pursuance of OFB circular dated 20-04-2015, Seniority list of Chargeman (Tech & Non-Tech) as on 01-01-2009 onwards, up to 01-01-2013 was published. Consequent on due consideration on the large number of representations received on the subject seniority list along with consolidated compilation of details/particulars furnished by the respective Factories, revised seniority list of Chargeman (Tech & Non-Tech) as on 01-01-2009 onwards, up to 01-01-2013 for disciplines has been circulated by OFB in the month of Aug, 2015. Based on the revised seniority position, convening of DPC/review DPC for promotion to the post of JWM (T/NT) from Chargeman (Tech & Non-Tech) are in process. Order of promotion will be circulated as and when DPC/review DPC for all disciplines of CM (T/NT) are being completed. Preparation of updated seniority list of CM (T/NT) will be taken up after completion of relevant formalities of the aforesaid DPC/review DPC.

Point No.2 DPC for promotion from CM(T&NT) to JWM(T&NT) for the year 2014-15 & review DPC for the year 2013-14.
Action Taken Report
Convening DPC for promotion to the post of JWM (T/NT) from Chargeman (Tech & Non-Tech) for the vacancy year of 2014-15 and RDPC for the vacancy year of 2013-14 for all disciplines are in process
Point No.3 Inter-grade ratio of CM(NT/Store  & NT/OTS) (JWM/Store & NT/OTS) at par JWM(T).
                   Action Taken Report

To bring parity in the inter-grade ratio of CM and JWM in both disciplines, two separate cadre review proposals for JWM / Chargeman and clerical cadre have been framed and submitted to MoD. Relevant incorporation / modifications has been made in the proposed strength of the subject Cadre Restructuring proposals and additional strength in the cadre of JWM (NT /OTS) exclusively for promotion for OS has been duly accounted while deriving the revised strength.  Considering the significance and relevance of the subject cadre restructuring proposal, MoD has been requested vide OFB ID dated 14-12-2015 to de-link the same from the process of manpower rationalization of the organization. The matter will be further examined.
** NDNGSA suggested to resolve the issue, OFB should act on model SRO circulated by DOPT as per that the posts having 2 or more feeder grade, must have clear % or no. of post of such feeder posts for promotion. The same should be applied in case of JWM/NT, where 2 feeder grades CM/NT(OTS) & OS. At present Dovetail Seniority is being prepared, why not clear % is identified?


Point No.4  Implementation of JCM-III decision in respect of Escort duty related issues like OT, exemption of food bills & hotel receipt. Chargeman should be exempted from Escort duties. A copy of Munghate Committee for Escort duties should be provided to Associations.
Action Taken Report
Regarding Escort Duty issue like OT, it is stated that the matter has already taken up with MOD. Decision awaited.
Regarding Exemption of food bills and hotel receipt, it is stated that the matter is presently pending before CGDA and MOD. Decision awaited.  The Chair directed same is to be expedited. 
Point No.5 MOD & three recognized Federations proposal for framing of recruitment rules for MCM & Ch’man for granting equal GP 4200/- and their further promotion will be directly in JWM is not accepted, therefore it should be insured by OFB that next promotion of MCM will be Ch’man and CM upgraded in the Grade Pay of Rs. 4600/-.
            Discussion on restructuring of MCM Cadre.
Action Taken Report
                   MCM has been proposed as feeder post to the Grade of Chargeman (Tech) in the draft SRO revision proposal which is presently under active consideration of MoD and DOPT.
Point No.6 Finalization of Cadre Review of Group-B (G&NG) with the amendment in the GP of Ch’man as  4600, in place of 4200/-
       Chargeman should be grant grade pay of 4600/- considering education qualification, responsibilities. Copy of OFB ID No. Artisan/Cadre review/A/GB/10 dated 13-05-2014 to be provided to association.
Action Taken Report
Based   on   the   recommendations   of Cadre Review Committee, a   Cadre-review   proposal    for    CM    and    JWM    was prepared   and   submitted to   MoD   on   09.10.2013 duly taking care of the inter-grade ratio between the posts of the subject cadre. The proposal has been revisited in view of the observations of MoD Note dated 04-12-2014 and consequent upon relevant revisions , the same was resubmitted to MoD vide OFB ID dated 12-12-2014.  
Point No.7 Finalization of SRO revision of Ch’man & JWM and submission of the same to 7th CPC./ Revision of SRO/RR.
Action Taken Report
SRO of CM/T & NT :-  Proposal  had  earlier   been  forwarded  to  M  of D  vide  ID No. 100/ MISC / SRO / TRACER/ A/NG  dated  26-06-2011. DOP&T raised specific points on the proposal.  The queries raised by the DOP&T were duly addressed by OFB HQrs and the reworked proposal for CM (T) and CM (NT) has been re-submitted to MoD on 27-11-2014 and 08/12/2014 respectively. Observations of MoD has been received vide MoD ID dated 23.03.2015. Reply to the same furnished to MoD vide OFB ID dated    13.05.2015.
The point will be examined.

** NDNGSA has to give fresh representation to revise the SRO/RR’s within the time frame manner after implementation of 7th CPC.
Point No.8 Distance mode education & technical education from a recognized Institution be included as eligibility criteria for DR/LDCE in SRO.      And
 Reversion of Chargeman from LDCE should be stopped and a amendment should be send to MOD/DOPT for change in SRO by including distance mode of education
Action Taken Report
MHRD notification in this regard has been received. The matter is being examined accordingly.
** NDNGSA requested/suggested OFB to take lenient view in this issue & initiate for one time relaxation to the affected individual’s.     
Point No.9  Renaming of Chargeman T & NT.
Action Taken Report
Vide OFB Instruction No. 150/2015/Per/Policy dated 29/07/2015, copy of MoD F.NO. 410/2009-D (CIV-I) dated 01/05/2015 has been circulated wherein nomenclature of CM (Store) posts has been revised as per 6th CPC recommendations.  However, for the sake of uniformity it has been decided to retain the earlier designation and maintain status-quo on the subject matter till the final outcome of 7th CPC is received.
Point No.10 Risk Allowance to all employees including NGOs for those operations where IEs are getting risk allowance.                
Action Taken Report
Regarding Risk Allowance to all employees including NGOs, it is stated that the matter has already been taken up with MOD. Decision awaited. This point should be reviewed after implementation of 7th CPC.
Point No.11  Implementation of concept of advance DPC w.e.f. the year 2015-16 as per DOP&T OM No. 22011/4/2013 Estt. (D) dt. 2801-2015
Action Taken Report
Convening DPC for promotion to the post of JWM (T/NT) from Chargeman (Tech & Non-Tech) for the vacancy year of 2015-16 for all disciplines are in process. However, Section: Per/G and Per/DPC are to work out the vacancies to be filled up in JTS, through promotion, after action for due amendment in SRO/RR for JTS (to meet the requirement of UPSC). Only after receipt of vacancy distribution, Section Per/NG can take further action towards preparation of proposal for filling up said vacancies in the grade of AWM.

Point No.13 Prepare a calendar of DR/LDCE of CM (T/NT) & JWMs (T/NT) for coming year.
Action Taken Report
Attempt/initiation would be taken to examine the possibility to conform with the revised model calendar for DPC circulated vide DOPT OM dated 28-01-2015.
The process of open tender is already initiated by OFAJ. Issue will be examined & expedite further.

Point No.12 Rectification of anomalies created during LDCE for CM to JWM examination question papers and keys. Due to which most of the CM were affected in fast track promotions.
Action Taken Report
Based on revised / reviewed result after re-evaluation answer scripts based on revised / corrected answer keys of the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) held in October,2014 and as per the recommendation of the Selection Committee , additional number of promotions and transfers to the post of Jr. Works Manager (Tech) has been granted vide OFB circular No. JRTT-70/2014/PER/GB dated 10-09-2015. Compiled result of the subject examination was also uploaded on comnet through OFB circular of even no. dated 11-09-2015.
** NDNGSA had pointed out that till date after the publication of results, some factories are not published the factory order for the individual’s cleared the examination like OFCH. OFB replied to examine the issue on file.  
Point No.14. Anomaly (DPC) with respect to stream wise promotions should be rectified.
Action Taken Report
Attempt/initiation has been made to maintain parity in promotions from CM (T/NT) to the post of JWM (T/NT) through the RDPC/DPC that are presently under process.
Point No.15 .  Impact of Cadre Review of JWM on Chargeman Cadre.
Action Taken Report
Status of Cadre review proposal for Gr. B Supervisory Cadre (Gaztt /Non-Gaztt) has been submitted under point 3 above.

Point No.16 Scrapping of the proposal of surrendering the equivalent post of JWM for creation of more than 50 posts of Finance Sub Cadre in IOFS Cadre by matching savings because it will adversely affect the promotional prospects of Chargeman Cadre.
Action Taken Report
To be discussed in meeting.
The matter will be further examined.
Point No.17 Development of on-line program for framing the seniority of CM.
 Action Taken Report
The task of Rectification / amendment /incorporation of the seniority lists of CM/(T/NT) are in process in view of the representations received.  There is no proposal for development of online programme for reframing of the seniority list with the section Per/NG of OFB.  The point will be examined.
Point No.18 Corrective action against anomaly in promotion from CM-NT(OTS) & OS to JWM-NT(OTS).
Action Taken Report
The matter relates to the Cadre review proposal. Status already submitted through Point No. 3 above.
Point No.19 Increase in sanctioned strength of AWM in promotion to the sanctioned strength of feeder cadre i.e. JWM to ensure appropriate career progression for both CM & JWM.
Action Taken Report
Any increase in the sanctioned strength is to make on the basis of functional requirement of the post.
A proposal for restructuring of IOFS is in the pipeline where the AWM posts are proposed to be increased from 375. However, the same has been kept on hold due to ban on creation of new posts as an austerity measures of Government of India circulated through Ministry from time to time.
Committee for 4th Cadre Review of IOFS has been constituted and increase in the strength of JTS will be proposed taking into account functional requirement and carrier progression of JWM’s.

Point No.20 Restoration of unauthorized withdrawal of promotional increment benefits to CM and JWM.
Action Taken Report
Vide Per/Policy instruction no. 01/6th CPC/Pay Fix / Per / policy dated 29-10-2015 read with MOD (DDP) ID NO. 50(52) /2015-D (Estt./NG) dated 29-10-2015, relevant clarifications/guidelines in this regard issued under MOF OM no. F-2-1/2015-E.III (A) dated 16-10-2015 has been circulated through which the subject issue has already been taken care of.
The Chair directed that general order is to be given to all units/factories.

Point No.21  Fixation of pay on promotion to a post (CM-II to CM-I & AF to JWM) with grant of one additional increment to the persons carrying higher duties and responsibilities being in the higher post at the time of merger of posts of CM-II & I and AF & JWM.
Action Taken Report
Vide Per/Policy instruction no. 01/6th CPC/Pay Fix / Per / policy dated 29-10-2015 read with MOD (DDP) ID NO. 50(52) /2015-D (Estt./NG) dated 29-10-2015, relevant clarifications/guidelines in this regard issued under MOF OM no. F-2-1/2015-E.III (A) dated 16-10-2015 has been circulated through which the subject issue has already been taken care of.

Point No.22  Promotional fixation benefit to be granted and pay fixation                      allowed as per FRSR to who are promoted MCM to CM (higher                          responsibility) after 2006 or who are completed 10 years’ service                    from MCM and promoted CM after 2006 to be given GP 4600/-
 Action Taken Report
 Promotion from MCM to CM is not is SRO, so the fixation proposal was not accepted by PC of A (Fys). Queries of PC of A (Fys) have been replied. Decision is awaited.
Point No.23 Restoration of grade pay 4600/- to promote Chargeman.
Action Taken Report
It is reiterated that Vide OFB ID Artisan/Cadre Review/A/GB/10 dated 13/05/2014 , it has already been submitted to MoD that regarding the problem of MCM (feeder grade) and Chargeman (promotion grade) being in the same grade pay of Rs. 4200/- , the possible solution lies in upgrading the grade pay of Chargeman to Rs. 4600/-. Reply on the matter has not been received from MoD as yet.  However, up-gradation of CM in grade pay of Rs.4600/- would further require  reconfiguration of the grade pay of promotional posts and also the strength of entire hierarchy of the cadre which is presently under consideration of  the manpower rationalization committee.  The Chair directed to re-examine.
Point No.24 Protection of seniority should be given to the individuals promotes during next DPC conducted by OFB for the year 2014-15.
Action Taken Report
Revised seniority list of Chargeman (Tech& Non-Tech) as on 01-01-2009 onwards, up to 01-01-2013 has been published vide circular no.3255 / CH / TECH / SNTY / 2013 /PER/NG dated 20-04-2015,  Based on the revised seniority position, convening of DPC for the vacancy year of 2013-14,2014-15 and 2015-16 for promotion to the post of JWM (T/NT) from Chargeman (Tech & Non-Tech)   are in process. Attempt has been made to grant promotions on the basis of seniority, eligibility service and vacancy in the level of JWM.
Point No.25 Transfer Policy for the Gr. B Non-Gazetted Officer should be revised.
Action Taken Report
General Transfer Policy for all unit level post will be finalised after getting joint proposal from all Federations and CDRA as per discussion in last steering committee meeting.
**NDNGSA proposed that transfer of Chargeman has to be monitored at the level of OFB as all the aspects like recruitment, promotion, discipline matters are being monitored at OFB level.
AIANGO proposed that transfer of chargeman should be done at factory level.
Due to difference on opinion Chair directed to submit representation.

Point No.26 Making of a Policy for posting of newly recruited CMs minimum on zonal level.
Action Taken Report
No such proposal is presently under consideration of Per/NG. Postings are done on choice cum merit basis. 

Point No.30 Amendment in OFB’s proposal submitted to 7th CPC with proposal of replacement pay scale of PB-2 GP-4200/- to MCM, replacement pay scale of PB-3 GP-5400 to JWM and replacement pay scale of PB-3 GP-6600 (after merging the posts of AWM & WM) to AWM to ensure the functional improvement in the organization as well as to maintain a harmonic pyramid of hierarchical structure.
Action Taken Report
Subsequent to the OFB’s comments, it is indicated that an amendment to the OFB Memorandum dated 06-08-2014 proposing inter-alia, Grade Pay of Rs. 4800/ for JWM & ASO has been forwarded to the 7th CPC vide OFB letter No. 02/7th CPC/Q/PCC dated 11-09-2014. (7th CPC Cell-Dir/Admin)
Point No.31  Discussion on restructuring of MCM Cadre.

 Action Taken Report
 The matter is under examination at OFB.

Point No.32   Increase the strength of A/NG Section in OFB or create a separate  A-GB Section as cadre controlling section for Group-B Gazetted Officers to avoid in-ordinate delay in execution of cadre related activities.
                                           Action Taken Report
There is no proposal for creation of separate section is presently under consideration of the Section Per/NG. The matter will be looked into.
Point No.33         closed.

 Point No.34   Night duty allowance should be paid to Chargeman by new revised rates of 6th CPC norms as par with IE’s.
Action Taken Report
                   The matter has already been taken up with PC of A (Fys) vide letter No. 658/NDA/Per/Policy dated 08-10-2015. Decision awaited.
Point No.35 Subsidiary items: OFB instruction No. 814/per/Pm (A/A) dated 01/07/14 viz. Furniture, Personal Computer, Diary, Towel, Soap, Pens, Tubler Glass, Tea Cups, Water Jug etc. may please be  given to Chargeman annually.
Action Taken Report
The above circular was issued for supply of subsidiary items for Group-B Gazetted Officers and equivalent only. The said circular is not applicable for Chargeman (Group-B Non-Gazetted)

The Chair directed to re-circulate the previous circular mentioning Gazetted and Non-Gazetted specifically.

Point No.36         Closed.

Point No.37 Forwarding of applications & issuing NOC for outside employment as per DOP&T – Guide Lines for better career prospects without hindrance within the specified time limit.

Action Taken Report
Per/NG issues NOC for outside employment, in cases of JWMs, following the revised guidelines circulated on 19-06-2013. For Chargeman, the powers for consideration / decision have been delegated to Sr.GM/GM/HOO. The matter will be examined on File .
The Chair directed to issue circular to all HOD for forwarding the application for UPSC/SSC/PSC post.
Point No.38 Representation of Associations in various levels of Committees formed by OFB.
Action Taken Report

The Associations are intimated and included in various committees constituted based on the matters related to their Cadre of employees only.

Point No.39 Meeting should be conducted once in month in facstories with Sr. GM/GM with a forum of Gr. B Officers (G & NG ) for permanent redressal of grievances.
Action Taken Report
Circular already issued.
The Chair directed to issue circular for providing the minutes of meeting with association & GM.
Point No.40 Relaxation of Hotel Bill without Registration No. on TD in remote location.
Action Taken Report
                   Regarding relaxation of hotel bills without registration No. On TD in remote location, it is stated that the matter is presently pending before CGDA and MOD. Decision awaited.

Point No.41 . Review of Hard Station list.
Action Taken Report
It is understood that a committee has been already constituted to review Hard Station lists for Group-A Officers. It has been decided the report of the same committee would be applicable for Group-B Officer. Reference has been made to Section; Per/G to furnish the report of the said committee for examination and implementation.

NEW POINTS FOR 2ND PERIODICAL MEETING OF 15-16
OFB’S COMMENTS ON THE POINTS SUBMITTED FOR THE 2ND PERIODICAL MEETING OF 2015-16 WITH MEMBER/PER SCHEDULED ON 22nd  DECEMBER, 2015 AT OFB HQRS. KOLKATA.

Point No.1  Redressal of anomalies in Seniority list of Chargeman.   
OFB’s Comments
Preparation of seniority list for all disciplines of CM(T/NT) as on 01-01-2015 would only be feasible after conduction and completion of necessary formalities of RDPC from the vacancy year of 2009-10 onwards up to 2013-14 and regular DPC for the vacancy year of 2014-15 for the post of JWM(T/NT) can be convened.
                   Review DPC of JWM is under process.
Point No.2  Promotion of Chargeman(T/NT) to the post of JWM:- Since, the last three years not a single Chargeman has been promoted to the post of JWM whereas loss of vacancies are there. This process spoils the career of Chargeman & it is a well-known fact that a person who knows about his dull career, never serve to owner/employer/Organization with true heart or with honesty. Ultimately entire negative impacts go to the productivity of the organization.                                                   
OFB’s Comments
Consequent on publication of revised seniority list as on 01-01-2009 onwards, up to 01-01-2013 for all disciplines of Chargeman (T/NT) in August, 2015, substantial change in the incumbency position has been observed and hence prior to convene regular DPC it is required to conduct review DPC for all disciplines of the post of JWM (T/NT). Accordingly, relevant date as obtained from the respective factories has been compiled and is about to place to DPC after observing relevant formalities. After conduction and completion of necessary formalities of RDPC form the vacancy year of 2009-10 onwards up to 2013-14 and regular DPC for the vacancy year of 2014-15 for the post of JWM(T/NT) can be convened. The action relating to the promotions will be initiated after completion of the job.
Point No.3  Publication of Seniority list as on 01/01/2016.              
OFB’s Comments
 Follow Action Taken Report Point No. 1
Point No.4  Cadre Review:- A process of cadre review of Group-B Gazetted & Non-Gazetted is going on but it is unfortunate that no discussion has been arranged between the OFB official & stake holders associations. Central Executive of the Association is failed to understand that why OFB is ignoring the request of stake holders Association in this regard.                       
OFB’s Comments
                   Cadre Review proposal is pending with MOD.                                 
Point No.5  Promotional 3% increment may be granted to those who were promoted MCM to CM (for higher responsibility) : As per the decision taken on 8th & 9th May 2015 during workshop at NADP with related ACP/MACP issues .
                                                          OFB’s Comments
                   Matter is under PC of A (Fys). Clarifications sought have already been forwarded to PC of A (Fys).
Point No.6  Night Duty Allowance:- PC of A has issued a order regarding NDA, as per order a employee getting the pay in pay band more than 12380/- is not entitled for NDA. The order published by PC of A creates a negative environment in organization. If this order published by PC of A is implemented in organization then a junior Chargeman will get NDA whereas the senior Chargeman working in similar environment will not get NDA. Even though one also performs the function of unit in charge. It is against the natural justice.                                                              
OFB’s Comments
                   The matter has been taken up with PC of A (Fys) for fixation of ceiling NDA as per the national rate of Rs. 2200/- per month which was determined by DOP&T vide O.M. dated 04-10-1989.                                      
                   Will be reviewed by PC of A (Fys). The representative of PC of A informed the Chair that they are working favorably and necessary orders will be circulated shortly.

Point No.7  Incorporation of AIANGOs views in Proposal for revision of SRO in respect of JWM (T&NT).
(a)  There should not be any clause for education qualification in LDCE for JWM(T) in proposed SRO.
(b)  Inter grade ration between JWM-NT & Chargeman-NT/OS.
OFB’s Comments
(a)  Though DOP&T OM dated 31-12-2010, guidelines/instructions for framing of RRS had been circulated wherein under Point 3.9 it was specifically conveyed that for Scientific and Technical posts, education qualification should be insisted upon for promotes also. The subject proposal has been framed in conformity with the DOP&T guidelines. However, for regular / seniority based promotions, no such provision of EQ has been proposed and the same has only been prescribed for LDCE which is considered as fast track promotion.
(b)  To bring parity in the inter-grade ratio of CM and JWM in both disciplines, two separate Cadre Review proposals for JWM / Chargeman and Clerical Cadre was framed and submitted to MOD. Relevant incorporation / modifications had been made in the proposed strength of the subject Cadre Restructuring proposals and additional strength in the cadre of JWM (NT/OTS) exclusively for promotion for OS has been duly accounted while deriving the revised strength. Detail will be informed in meeting.                                                                                                   
Point No.8  Productivity linked bonus for newly recruits in OFB Organization.

OFB’s Comments
 Position will be intimated in the meeting.
The Chair directed to examine the issue and necessary guidelines will be issued shortly.

Point No.9  Extension of facility of salary accounts under Defence Salary Package to the Defence Civilian Employees.                                                                   
OFB’s Comments
The Chair directed to take up the matter at local since OFB has already issued circular in this regards.

Point No.10  Distance Education:- Central Executive of NDNGSA requests kindly implement the Extract From the Gazette of India Part-1 Sec.1 dated 25-07-2015 for the employees who have been educated through distance education.                                                                
OFB’s Comments
                   The matter is being examined at OFB.
Point No.11 Re-designation of various common categories (OFB Ltr. No. 1/6th CPC/2015/Per/Policy dated 29-07-2015.                                              
OFB’s Comments
                   As this action involves amendment of respective SRO, necessary action has to be taken by the respective Cadre Controlling Sections.
                   The DDG/IR intimated that due to misinterpretation of circular some of factories has published the order of re designation in Store side. The clarification will be issued by OFB very soon. 

Point No.12 OFB should instruct all the GMs to immediate implementation of Defence Salary Package to all employees.                                         OFB’s Comments
The Chair directed to take up the matter at local since OFB has already issued circular in this regards.

Point No.13  Removal of restrictions on DR-CM for 2 years OT and PLB.         
OFB’s Comments
The Chair directed to examine the issue and necessary guidelines will be issued shortly.

Point No.14  Centralization of LDCE Chargeman post:- Previously CM post was factory/local based post for which LDCE was conducted factory wise. At present CM post is centralized & the vacancies of all the factories may be taken & exam may be conducted centralized by OFIL like JWMs LDCE. By conducting centralized examination, all the vacant post in different factories can be filled. Moreover there will not be any discrepancy in seniority of Chargeman which is prevailing now.                                       OFB’s Comments
                   The point may be considered only after OFRC is considered and approved by MOD.

Point No.15 Creating separate stream for clerical from LDC – OS to JWM Promotions.                                                                                 
OFB’s Comments
                   In the Cadre Review proposal it has already been proposed to consider 480 posts OS to JWM on promotion. The same is pending with M of D.
Point No.16         Since Charegeman only being the feeder cadre for JWM/NT, promoting OS to JWM/NT is against the provision of SRO. Hence, OS to JWM/NT promotion should not be allowed, or else JWM/NT strength must be enhanced proportionately.                                                              OFB’s Comments
 Proposal for additional strength in the cadre of JWM (NT/OTS) exclusively for promotion for OS had been submitted to MOD. Detail will be informed in meeting
Point No.17 OFILs should get AICTE approval for run the diploma & Graduation courses.                        
                                                OFB’s Comments
                   The proposal has not been found practically feasible since it is not a core activity of this Organisation.

Point No.18 SRO for JWM/NT post should be amended accordingly to conduct LDCE from Chargeman.                                               
OFB’s Comments
                   The draft proposal for framing of SRO for JWM/NT has already been uploaded in the DOP&T web portal for necessary approval. Provision for LDCE as a method of recruitment to the post of JWM/NT has been incorporated therein. Latest queries / observations of MOD has been received vide MOD ID dated 08-10-2015. Reply to the same has been submitted to MOD on 13-10-2015.

Point No.19 Initiation to vacate the court stay Order on JCM forum at High Court, Madras.                                                      
OFB’s Comments
                   The point has been noted. Necessary efforts are being made to get the stay vacated.
Point No.20 As per point raised in JCM-III meeting held during 10th June 2015, since chargeman only being the feeder cadre for JWM/NT, promoting OS to JWM/NT is against the provision of present SRO. Hence, OS to JWM/NT promotion should not be allowed, or else JWM/NT strength must be enhanced proportionately, as per proposed SRO. (NDNGSA)               
OFB’s Comments
                   Position as explained in Point No. 16 above.

Point No.21 Revised the honorarium to various performed duties                     
OFB’s Comments
                   Honorarium is applicable only for exam related duties not for other duties since they are part of regular nature of work of Organization.

Point No.22 In order to overcome the acute stagnation in Chargeman/JWM cadre Direct Recruitment to the post of JWM under “failing which clause” of SRO is to be stopped and that vacancies are to be filled through promotion from Chargeman cadre.                                                                      
OFB’s Comments
                   As per the existing SRO for JWM/Tech, the ‘failing which’ clause is not associated with the vacancies that are earmarked for promotion only. Even in the draft proposal for framing / reframing of SRO for the post of JWM (T &NT), the said provision has not been included within the promotion quota.

Point No.23Implementation of SOP for inspection of input material.               
OFB’s Comments
                   Kindly refer Dir/Vig OFAJ letter dated 07-05-2015 wherein it has been pointed out that OFCH is not following the SOP guidelines for Input Material Inspection. The matter has also been reported to OFB by the General Secretary/AIANGOs.
                   In view of above OFCH is advised to follow the SOP guidelines for Input Material Inspection strictly. 

Point No.24 As per OFB instruction No. 754/Per/Policy (pt) dated 06-11-2015 incentive scheme should be extended up to Gr-B Non-Gazetted & Gazetted Officers.
OFB’s Comments
                   Mandate of committee will be reviewed and if required fresh mandate will be issued to cover all category employees.

Point No.25 Disparities maintain the issue of Dual Membership & its verification between Unions/Federations & other service Associations.           
OFB’s Comments
                   To be examined.
Point No.26 OFB should nominate an officer for liaison with MOD to expedite the issue related to Gr. B Cadre. So that the issues should be settled in a time frame manner.                                                                                                         
OFB’s Comments
                   Officers are being deputed with specific assigned jobs including expediting of pending issues before MoD.

Point No.27 As per guidelines of OFB no periodical meeting with Staff Association are conducted by factory management. Therefore clear instruction should be given to all GM’s to conduct periodical meeting with Staff Associations at least once in 3 months. The Minutes of the same should be reviewed by OFB.                                                         OFB’s Comments
                   In this regards, instruction has already been issued to all concerned factories vide No. 20/15/18(11)/A/IR dated 13-07-2015.  A circular will be issued to all for providing the minutes of meeting between association and GM.

With the permission of Chair following two additional points submitted:-
(1) Despite publication of revised result of LDCE JWM-2014 some of factories has not published order of promotion.
(2) And despite publication of DGOF competency result promotion order of Chargeman (elect) has not been published so far.(a representation submitted NDNGSA to OFB Official)

The Chair directed to examine the issue.
        The meeting was ended with vote of thanks by Shri S.K.Singh Dir/IR.

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