Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) (Amendment) Rules, 2024

The Government of Maharashtra on 19 th June 2024, has notified the Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) (Amendment) Rules, 2024 to further amend Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) Rules, 2014, effective immediately.

Applicability

Rule 1(2): These rules shall apply to the factories in the State of Maharashtra –

• in which manufacturing processes, which involves use, storage, handling or processing of toxic or highly inflammable or explosive or hazardous chemicals or wherein such toxic or highly inflammable or explosive substances are likely to be generated or given out, are carried out, or
• in which the hazardous processes as listed in First Schedule appended to clause (b) of section 2 of the Factories Act, 1948 (LXIII of 1948) is carried out; or
• Employing more than 50 or more workers.

Key Changes Post Introduction of Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) Amendment Rules, 2024

Attributes

Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) (Amendment) Rules, 2024

This amendment marks a substantial advancement in the state’s commitment to workplace safety. The expansion in the scope of mandatory audits, broadening the auditor pool, and implementing stringent measures for high-risk factories, aims to significantly reduce accidents and occupational hazards and the factories will be mandated to invest in safety management systems. While the transition period may pose challenges, the long-term benefits in terms of improved worker safety and a safer industrial environment are substantial.

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