Central ActAmended

The Boilers Act, 1923

Enacted 1923Ministry of Commerce & IndustryUpdated 14 Feb 2023

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Overview

Provides for the regulation of steam boilers with a view to ensuring the safety of life and property. Establishes the inspection and certification regime for boilers.

Key Provisions

Registration and inspection of boilers
Certification of boiler attendants
Prohibition on use of unregistered boilers
Accident reporting requirements
Powers of inspectors

Applicability

All steam boilers with pressure above 1 kg/cm²
Factories, power plants, and process industries

Amendment History

2007

Amendment to penalty provisions and inspection procedures

1923

Original enactment

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