Overview
The principal legislation governing the working conditions in factories in India. It lays down provisions for health, safety, welfare, working hours, and employment of young persons in factories.
Key Provisions
Cleanliness and disposal of waste and effluents (Sections 11–12)
Ventilation, temperature, and lighting standards (Sections 13–17)
Fencing of machinery and precautions against dangerous fumes (Sections 21–36)
Employment of young persons and women (Sections 67–77)
Annual leave with wages (Section 79)
Occupier's obligations and penalties (Sections 7A, 92)
Applicability
Manufacturing units
Factories with 10+ workers (with power)
Factories with 20+ workers (without power)
Amendment History
2005
Amendment to provisions on working hours for women
1987
Major amendment — Chapter IVA on hazardous processes, safety committees, and occupier duties
1976
Provisions for hazardous processes added
1954
Amendment to working hours provisions
1948
Original enactment