Health and safety of workers.

Labour195885 sections

Statutory text

(2) No woman shall be required or allowed to work in a shop or establishment except between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. : (I) Provided that, where the State Government or any person, authorized by it in this behalf, is satisfied that the provision of shelter, rest room, night creche, ladies' toilet, ariequate protection of their dignity, honour and safety, protection from sexual harassment, and their transportation from the shop or establishment to the door step of their residence exists in such shop or establishment, it may, by notification, after obtaining the consent of the woman worker, allow her to work between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m., subject to such conditions as may be specified in the notification. Every employer shall take such measures relating to the health and safety (including cleanliness, lighting, ventilation and prevention of fire) of the workers as may be prescribed. (2) Every employer shall be responsible for prc,viding constant and adequate provisions relating to the health and safety of the workers employed in such shop or establishment and to ensure necessary steps given under sub-section (I) is taken to prevent the happening of any kind of accident.

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