Factories Act Safety Inspection Checklist - India

This checklist ensures compliance with the Factories Act 1948 (as amended), applicable State Factory Rules, and Schedule to the Act covering hazardous processes. Designed for Safety Officers, Factory Inspectors, and EHS Managers across Indian manufacturing facilities.

  • Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial
  • Frequency: Monthly
  • Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Role: Factory Safety Officer / EHS Manager / Factory Inspector
  • Total Items: 29
  • Compliance: Factories Act 1948 (as amended 1987), State Factories Rules, IS 3786:2019 Method of Computation of Frequency and Severity Rates, IS 8523:2008 Fire Safety

Machinery Guarding - Section 21-27

Verification of machine guarding per Factories Act Sections 21-27.

  • All prime movers securely fenced (Section 21)?
  • Transmission machinery securely fenced (Section 22)?
  • All dangerous parts of machinery guarded (Section 23)?
  • Self-acting machines with adequate clearance (Section 24)?
  • Young persons (under 18) not working on dangerous machines?

Workroom Conditions - Sections 13-20

Cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and overcrowding compliance.

  • Factory premises clean - floors, passages, and staircases (Section 11)?
  • Adequate ventilation and reasonable temperature (Section 13-14)?
  • Workroom temperature comfortable (not excessive heat)?
  • Sufficient lighting in all work areas (Section 17)?
  • No overcrowding - minimum 4.2 cubic metres per worker (Section 16)?

Safety Provisions - Sections 32-41

General safety provisions for floors, means of egress, and fire.

  • Floors, stairs, and passages safe, properly constructed (Section 32)?
  • Safe means of egress for all workers (Section 33)?
  • Fire exits clearly marked and unobstructed?
  • All pits, sumps, and tanks securely covered or fenced (Section 33)?
  • Excessive weight lifting - manual handling risks controlled?

Welfare Facilities - Sections 42-50

Welfare facilities for workers as mandated by Factories Act.

  • Adequate washing facilities (Section 42)?
  • Clean drinking water readily accessible (Section 18)?
  • Sufficient latrines and urinals - separate for men and women (Section 19)?
  • First-aid box with prescribed contents for every 150 workers (Section 45)?
  • Canteen if more than 250 workers (Section 46)?

Hazardous Processes - Schedule I

Special provisions for factories with Schedule I hazardous processes.

  • Factory notified to Chief Inspector for Schedule I processes?
  • Medical records of workers in hazardous processes maintained?
  • Worker health monitoring and medical examinations conducted?
  • Onsite Emergency Plan prepared and tested?
  • Observations and violations noted

Records and Documentation

Statutory records and registers required under Factories Act.

  • General Register (Form 3) maintained and up to date?
  • Accident register maintained and reported to Inspector (Section 88)?
  • Qualified Safety Officer appointed (>1000 workers - Section 40B)?
  • Safety Committee constituted (>500 workers)?

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Why Use This Factories Act Safety Inspection Checklist - India?

This factories act safety inspection checklist - india helps manufacturing / industrial teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for factory safety officer / ehs manager / factory inspector professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with Factories Act 1948 (as amended 1987), State Factories Rules, IS 3786:2019 Method of Computation of Frequency and Severity Rates, IS 8523:2008 Fire Safety. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Factories Act Safety Inspection Checklist - India cover?

This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 6 sections: Machinery Guarding - Section 21-27, Workroom Conditions - Sections 13-20, Safety Provisions - Sections 32-41, Welfare Facilities - Sections 42-50, Hazardous Processes - Schedule I, Records and Documentation. It is designed for manufacturing / industrial operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.

Who should use this Factories Act Safety Inspection Checklist - India?

This checklist is designed for Factory Safety Officer / EHS Manager / Factory Inspector professionals in the manufacturing / industrial industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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