Jammu, May 21 -- The Labour Commissioner of Jammu and Kashmir has issued a detailed advisory for the protection of workers and labourers against prevailing and anticipated heat wave conditions across the Union Territory.

The advisory has been issued to safeguard workers engaged in factories, construction sites, brick kilns, transport, agriculture and other outdoor or heat-exposed occupations.

Officials said all Inspectors of Factories and Assistant Labour Commissioners have been directed to ensure effective dissemination and implementation of preventive measures in establishments falling under their jurisdiction.

The advisory directs employers and managements to reschedule working hours, wherever feasible, to minimise workers' exposure...