# The Factory Act , 1948, Section 33: Pits, sumps, openings in floors, etc

- Act: The Factory Act , 1948 (Act 63 of 1948)
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/factory-act-1948/section/33/

## Text

(1) In every factory fixed vessel, sump, tank, pit or opening in the ground or in a floor which, by reasons of its depth, situation, construction or contents, is or may be a source of danger, shall be either securely covered or securely fenced. 1 Subs. by Act 20 of 1987 (w.e.f.1.12.1987.) 2 Subs. by Act 20 of 1987 (w.e.f. 1.12.1987) 3 Subs. for "Provincial" by Adaptn. of Laws Orders, 1950 4 Ins. by Act 94 of 1976 (w.e.f. 26.10.1976) 5 Ins. by Act 94 of 1976 (w.e.f. 26.10.1976) 6 Subs. by Act 20 of 1987 (w.e.f. 1.12.1987) Sec. 36A (2) The 1[State] Government may, by order in writing, exempt, subject to such conditions as may be prescribed, any factory or class or description of factories in respect of any vessel, sump, tank, pit or opening from compliance with the provisions of this section.

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