Struggling with Contractor Hiring? Need Help Understanding the Contract Labour Act 1972?

I am working as an Officer - HR & Admin, and I do not have in-depth knowledge about The Contract Labour Act of 1972. I recently encountered a problem where I was tasked with hiring a first-time contractor. I would like to understand the process of hiring a contractor and the necessary documentation and formalities that need to be completed. Kindly advise me as soon as possible.

Thank you.

Labor License Requirements and Documentation Checklist

If the number of laborers is 20 or more, a labor license is required, or it's okay with the RC. The following are the requirements to be checked:

1. PF Registration No.
2. PF Challan Numbers for the Last Three Months
3. PF Form No. 10
4. PF Numbers of All Workers
5. PF 3A
6. PF 6A
7. PF 12A
8. PF Reconciliation Along with Statement
9. ESIC Registration No / WC Policy Details
10. ESIC Challan for the Last Three Months / WC Premium
11. ESIC Returns Half Yearly
12. Wage Slip Distribution Details for the Last Three Months
13. Last Leave Payment Details
14. Last Bonus Payment Details
15. Personal File of Workers
16. Register of Contract Labors in Form No. 13
17. Register of Deductions in Form 20
18. Register of Fines in Form 21
19. Leave with Wage Register
20. Inspection Book
21. Contract Validity
22. Strength as on Payroll
23. Per Day Present
24. Labor License No. & Details
25. PF Form No. 5
26. Payment Details for the Last Three Months
27. ID Card of Workers Details
28. Muster-Roll in Form-16
29. Register of Wages in Form 17
30. Register of Advances in Form 22+B4
31. Register of Overtime in Form 23

Regards.

Thank you very much for your valuable reply. However, I believe the above record will need to be maintained through a contractor. I would like to understand the necessary steps.

Steps to Hire a Contractor

Firstly, if I need to hire a new contractor, should I inform the labor office or complete other legal formalities? Is it essential to register before hiring any contractor? Your guidance on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Regards,