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The FactoriesAct, 1948

Applicability of the Act

Any premises whereon 10 or more persons with the aid of power or 20 or more workers are/were without aid of power working on any day preceding 12 months, wherein Manufacturing process is being carried on.

Employer to ensure health of workers pertaining to

  • Cleanliness Disposal of wastes and effluents
  • Ventilation and temperature dust and fume
  • Overcrowding Artificial humidification Lighting
  • Drinking water Spittoons

 

Registration & Renewal of Factories

To be granted by Chief Inspector of Factories on submission of prescribed form, fee and plan.