The Factories Act, 1948
The object behind this act is to protect people from being subjected to too lengthy periods of physical exertion or manual labour. For any regulations related to working conditions, knowledge of this act is a must for HR Managers. The act also states that the working hours should not exceed 48 hours. Complying with the provisions of this act can be a boon for the company as it can effectively avoid labour conflicts in the future.
The Factories Act, 1948 provides basic rights and interests of workers and ensures to provide them with basic amenities like proper sanitation, ventilated workspace, safety for using machinery, etc.
Key Takeaways
- The act specifies the working hours of employees, paid time off, paid overtime, age restrictions, etc.
- Additionally, it details the protection of human health, safety and protection in the factory.
15 Laws and Regulation that every HR Manager should be aware of
HR Managers are responsible for shaping the overall growth of the company. Right from recruitment, induction, training and development to performance assessment and grievance resolution, they are responsible for the performance, retention, and satisfaction level of employees. From the legal point of view, Law plays a very important role in the duties of an HR Manager though it may not always be evident. For instance, hiring is accompanied by contracts, which are regulated by the Indian Contract Act, 1872. Firing may require one to follow the provisions of different contracts, ensure that any intellectual property created by an employee is protected in favour of the company, and that proper disciplinary actions take place if someone is being fired due to a breach of the code of conduct.
Table of Content
- Laws and Regulations that Every HR Manager should be Aware of
- 1. Sexual Harassment (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
- 2. The Apprentices Act, 1961
- 3. The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
- 4. The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
- 5. The Employees Provident Fund Act, 1947
- 6. The Factories Act, 1948
- 7. The Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923
- 8. The Payment of Wages Act, 1936
- 9. The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
- 10. The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965
- 11. The Employees State Insurance Act, 1948
- 12. Child Labour Regulations (CLR)
- 13. The Trade Unions Act, 1926
- 14. The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
- 15. The Minimum Wages Act, 1948