# The Factories Act, 1948, Section 42: Washing facilities

- Act: The Factories Act, 1948 (Act 63 of 1948)
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/factories-act-1948-bihar/section/42/

## Text

(1) In every factory- (a) adequate and suitable facilities for washing shall be provided and maintained for the use of the workers therein; (b) separate and adequately screened facilities shall be provided for the use of male and female workers; (c) such facilities shall be conveniently accessible and shall be kept clean. (2) The State Government may, in respect of any factory or class or description of factories or of any manufacturing process, prescribe standards of adequate and suitable facilities for washing.

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