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The Factories Rules, 1950 (Model)
Model rules framed under the Factories Act 1948, providing detailed procedural and technical requirements. Each state has its own version. Now substantially replaced by the OSHWC (Central) Rules, 2020 and state-level OSHWC Rules for states that have notified them.
The Petroleum Act, 1934
Regulates the import, transport, storage, production, refining, and blending of petroleum. Establishes safety requirements for petroleum storage and handling to prevent fire and explosion hazards.
The Electricity Act, 2003
Consolidates laws relating to generation, transmission, distribution, trading, and use of electricity. Includes provisions for electrical safety standards and enforcement through the Central Electricity Authority (CEA).
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970
Regulated the employment of contract labour in certain establishments and provided for its abolition in certain circumstances. Substantially superseded by the OSH Code 2020, which now governs safety and working conditions of contract workers.