Understanding the Factories Act and Industrial Disputes Act: How Do They Impact You?

Dear All,

The Factories Act and the Industrial Disputes Act are useful ones.

Thank you.

Please tell me about bonuses. If an employee takes an advance in the company, should we deduct the amount from their bonus? Please reply to me.

What is the weight limitation in any factory? An operator can handle, beyond that, he needs to be provided with an assist device. Please share the chart/data if anyone has it.

No woman or young person shall, unaided by another person, lift, carry, or move by hand or head any material or tool exceeding the maximum limit prescribed.

- Adult male: 75 Kgs
- Adult female: 30 Kgs
- Adolescent male: 30 Kgs
- Adolescent female: 20 Kgs

Safety Officer: Appoint a Safety Officer where 1000 or more workers are employed.

Hope this piece of info will help you!

Regards,
Anvita.

Maharashtra Factories Rule 66: Weight Limits

Maharashtra Factories Rule 66 states that in any factory, no person shall, unaided by any other person or mechanical device, lift by hand or carry overhead, or over the back or shoulders, any material, article, tool, or appliance exceeding the maximum limit in weight set out in the following schedule:

- Adult male: 55 Kgs.
- Adult female: 30 Kgs.
- Adolescent male: 30 Kgs.
- Adolescent female: 20 Kgs.
- Male Child: 16 Kgs.
- Female Child: 13 Kgs.

Hope your query will be solved.

Regards,
Avinash K.