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The Factories Act, 1948

Workers' participation in safety management

In force Act 63 of 1948 As on 17 Oct 2026

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Act 63 of 1948

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Section 41G of the Factories Act, 1948 deals with workers' participation in safety management. The occupier shall, in every factory where a hazardous process takes place, or where hazardous substances are used or handled, set up a Safety Committee consisting of equal number of representatives of workers and management to promote co-operation between the workers and the management in maintaini

(1) The occupier shall, in every factory where a hazardous process takes place, or where hazardous substances are used or handled, set up a Safety Committee consisting of equal number of representatives of workers and management to promote co-operation between the workers and the management in maintaining proper safety and health at work and to review periodical the measures taken in that behalf:

Provided that the State Government may, by order in writing and for reasons to be recorded exempt the occupier of any factory or class of factories from setting up such Committee.

(2) The composition of the Safety Committee, the tenure of office of its members and their rights and duties shall be such as may be prescribed.

Section 41G, The Factories Act, 1948 (Act 63 of 1948).

Questions about Section 41G

What does Section 41G of the Factories Act deal with?

Section 41G of the Factories Act is headed "Workers' participation in safety management". The occupier shall, in every factory where a hazardous process takes place, or where hazardous substances are used or handled, set up a Safety Committee consisting of equal number of representatives of workers and management to promote co-operation between the workers and the management in maintaini

How do I find court cases under Section 41G 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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