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

- Act: The Factory Act , 1948 (Act 63 of 1948)
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/factory-act-1948/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 1[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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