Type:Notice Frequency: Quarterly

Action to be taken:
Ensure that the number and type of spittoons prescribed in the state rules are located in the factory and maintained in a clean and hygienic condition.
Put up a notice in a prominent place at suitable places in the premises containing the provision under Section 20(3) with the penalty for violation of the rule.

Audit Requirement:
Are a sufficient number of spittoons provided and maintained in a hygienic condition ? Is a notice regarding the provisions against spitting and the penalties thereof displayed prominently at suitable places ?

Supporting Documents:
Written Confirmation of Compliance
Related Keywords:
Cleanliness
Welfare

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Related Sections:
Factories Act, 1948
Chapter:Chapter III - Health| 20:Spittoons:
(1) In every factory there shall be provided a sufficient number of spittoons on convenient places and they shall be maintained in a clean and hygienic condition.
(2) The State Government may make rules prescribing the type and the number of spittoons to be provided and their location in any factory and provide for such further matters relating to their maintenance in a clean and hygienic condition.
(3) No person shall spit within the premises of a factory except in the spittoons provided for the purpose and a notice containing this provision and the penalty for its violation shall be prominently displayed at suitable places in the premises.
(4) Whoever spits in contravention of sub-section (3) shall be punishable with fine not exceeding five rupees.