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The Factories Act, 1948

Section 36A

In force Act 63 of 1948 As on 09 Oct 2026

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Act 63 of 1948

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Section 36A of the Factories Act, 1948. Precautions regarding the use of portable electric light.

Precautions regarding the use of portable electric light. 1* [36A. Precautions regarding the use of portable electric light. In any factory -- (a) no portable electric light or any other electric appliance of voltage exceeding twenty-four volts shall be permitted for use inside any chamber, tank, vat, pit, pipe, flue or other confined space; 2* [ unless adequate safety devices are provided] and 1. Ins. by Act 94 of 1976 s. 16, (w.e.f. 26-10-1976) . 2. Ins. by Act 20 of 1987, s. 18 (w.e.f. 1.12.1987) . IndiaCode (b) if any inflammable gas, fume or dust is likely to be present in such chamber, tank, vat, pit, pipe, flue or other confined space, no lamp or light other than that of flame-proof construction shall be permitted to be used therein. ]

Section 36A, The Factories Act, 1948 (Act 63 of 1948).

Questions about Section 36A

How do I find court cases under Section 36A of the Factories Act?

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When was the Factories Act enacted?

Factories Act was enacted in 1948 as Act 63 of 1948. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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