Factories Act 1948 Overview
The Factories Act is a social legislation that has been enacted for occupational safety, health, and welfare of workers at the work place. The State of Kerala has formulated its rules as envisaged under the Act and they are known as The Kerala Factories Rules, 1957.
Applicability
The Act is applicable to all factories, including State and Central Government, in the factory premises wherein:
- 10 or more workers are employed with the use of power.
- 20 or more workers are employed without the use of power.
- Less than 10 workers, if activity is notified by the State Government.
Engaged in manufacturing/production activities.
The applicant has to apply with duly filled in Form No-2, a set of prescribed documents and fees prescribed in the proper head of Account in the shape of Treasury Chalan in the office of Director of Factories & Boilers, of his state.
