# The Factories Act, 1948, Section 40: Safety of buildings and machinery

- Act: The Factories Act, 1948 (Act 63 of 1948)
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## Text

(1) If it appears to the Inspector that any building or part of a building or any part of the ways, machinery or plant in a factory is in such a condition that it is dangerous to human life or safety, he may serve on 1[the occupier or manager or both] of the factory an order in writing specifying the me assures which in his opinion should be adopted, and requiring them to be carried out before a specified date. (2) If it appears to the Inspector that the use of any building or part of a building or any part of the ways, machinery or plant in a factory involves imminent danger to human life or safety, he may serve on 1[the occupier or manager or both] of the factory an order in writing prohibiting its use until it has been properly repaired or altered. 1. Subs. by Act 20 of 1987, s. 19, for section 38 (w.e.f. 1-12-1987). 2. Subs. by Act 94 of 1976, s. 18, for "the manager" (w.e.f. 26-10-1976). 1[40A. Maintenance of buildings .- If it appears to the Inspector that any building or part of a building in a factory is in such a state of disrepair as is likely to lead to conditions detrimental to the health and welfare of the workers, he may serve on the occupier or manager or both of the factory an order in writing specifying the me assures which in his opinion should be taken and requiring the same to be carried out before such date as is specified in the order.]

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