Dear Sir,
My plant is under the MAH Unit (Max. Accident Hazard). There are the following types of processes:
1. Fabrication Shop,
2. Press Shop,
3. Paint Shop,
4. Fuel Tank Manufacturing,
5. Assembly
Other facilities include the canteen, DG sets (two 10K KVA, one 5K KVA). What kind of tests do I need to conduct for all of these processes? Should I also conduct health check-ups for all contractual laborers? Kindly suggest.
Thank you.
From India, Delhi
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15My plant is under the MAH Unit (Max. Accident Hazard). There are the following types of processes:
1. Fabrication Shop,
2. Press Shop,
3. Paint Shop,
4. Fuel Tank Manufacturing,
5. Assembly
Other facilities include the canteen, DG sets (two 10K KVA, one 5K KVA). What kind of tests do I need to conduct for all of these processes? Should I also conduct health check-ups for all contractual laborers? Kindly suggest.
Thank you.
From India, Delhi
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Dear member,
The definition of a worker under the Factories Act covers contract labor employed in the work of or in connection with the work of the factory. The Act prescribes health check-ups periodically for workers of the factory. Therefore, in my view, the contract labor should also be provided with health check-ups unless their presence in the factory premises is of a very casual nature.
B. Saikumar
HR & Labor Law Advisor
Mumbai
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The definition of a worker under the Factories Act covers contract labor employed in the work of or in connection with the work of the factory. The Act prescribes health check-ups periodically for workers of the factory. Therefore, in my view, the contract labor should also be provided with health check-ups unless their presence in the factory premises is of a very casual nature.
B. Saikumar
HR & Labor Law Advisor
Mumbai
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Certainly! Here is the corrected version of the user's input with proper spelling, grammar, and paragraph formatting:
"Obviously, you must instruct your management to conduct periodic medical/health check-ups and document the same for all the workmen engaged by you. This is mandatory in all factories and even in building constructions. The medical check-up varies according to the work environment. For canteen workers, you must guide them for food handlers' medical check-up. For drivers, you must instruct them for a vision test. Those working in hazardous environments should be advised to undergo a chest X-ray and other relevant check-ups."
I hope this helps! Let me know if you need any further assistance.
From India, Kumbakonam
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"Obviously, you must instruct your management to conduct periodic medical/health check-ups and document the same for all the workmen engaged by you. This is mandatory in all factories and even in building constructions. The medical check-up varies according to the work environment. For canteen workers, you must guide them for food handlers' medical check-up. For drivers, you must instruct them for a vision test. Those working in hazardous environments should be advised to undergo a chest X-ray and other relevant check-ups."
I hope this helps! Let me know if you need any further assistance.
From India, Kumbakonam
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Dear Friends,
Yesterday, I was going through some books and it was confirmed that after pre-employment medical checkup, all the workmen engaged in construction sites must undergo a medical examination once every two years if they are under 40 years old. For those above 40 years old, the medical checkup must be conducted annually.
Regular medical tests must be conducted for all workmen, with additional specific tests as follows:
- Vision test for drivers and operators.
- Chest X-ray to be taken and analyzed along with other medical tests for welders.
- Food handlers must be checked for any skin diseases or contagious diseases.
Any other tests may be conducted if the medical officer deems it necessary.
Please ensure adherence to these medical requirements for the safety and well-being of all workers. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Best regards, [Your Name]
From India, Kumbakonam
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Yesterday, I was going through some books and it was confirmed that after pre-employment medical checkup, all the workmen engaged in construction sites must undergo a medical examination once every two years if they are under 40 years old. For those above 40 years old, the medical checkup must be conducted annually.
Regular medical tests must be conducted for all workmen, with additional specific tests as follows:
- Vision test for drivers and operators.
- Chest X-ray to be taken and analyzed along with other medical tests for welders.
- Food handlers must be checked for any skin diseases or contagious diseases.
Any other tests may be conducted if the medical officer deems it necessary.
Please ensure adherence to these medical requirements for the safety and well-being of all workers. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Best regards, [Your Name]
From India, Kumbakonam
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when chest X-ray test comparably in chemical plant worker ? i examine fist find problems after prescript x-ray it is rite?
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Dear GJ,
What is the MAH hazard? In the list of operations you have posted, there can be any Max Hazard. If you have installed an LPG Bullet, or any other flammable petroleum product or other toxic chemical, then it would become a major hazard unit.
As per Maharashtra Factories Rules, the medical tests of all workmen, including contract workmen, are to be conducted. If the operator is working in hazardous processes, then the medical test is to be done once every six months. It would be a good idea to compare the results of previous medical tests; this helps in the identification of OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS, and appropriate actions can be taken.
I do not know the rules applicable in Faridabad. The categories of Major Hazard Units are clearly specified in Maharashtra Rules.
Thanks & Regards,
Sudhir
From India, Vadodara
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What is the MAH hazard? In the list of operations you have posted, there can be any Max Hazard. If you have installed an LPG Bullet, or any other flammable petroleum product or other toxic chemical, then it would become a major hazard unit.
As per Maharashtra Factories Rules, the medical tests of all workmen, including contract workmen, are to be conducted. If the operator is working in hazardous processes, then the medical test is to be done once every six months. It would be a good idea to compare the results of previous medical tests; this helps in the identification of OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS, and appropriate actions can be taken.
I do not know the rules applicable in Faridabad. The categories of Major Hazard Units are clearly specified in Maharashtra Rules.
Thanks & Regards,
Sudhir
From India, Vadodara
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Can anyone guide for the Frequency of such Medical Check up? I’m associated with a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company. Toshi Manager-HR & Admin
From India, Ahmedabad
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From India, Ahmedabad
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Hi,
I have around 800 workers working in our plant engaged in various departments like Welding, Grinding, Paint Room, Electroplating, Anodizing, etc. Recently, we made a contract with a doctor for the regular check-up of the workers. He will be visiting us on a weekly basis. Please guide me on what sort of check-ups we are required to have for the workers on a regular basis. Here, I would like to mention that we also have yearly check-up camps for blood tests, BP checks, ECGs, vaccinations, etc., with ESIC and other organizations.
Vinex HR Dept
From India, New Delhi
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I have around 800 workers working in our plant engaged in various departments like Welding, Grinding, Paint Room, Electroplating, Anodizing, etc. Recently, we made a contract with a doctor for the regular check-up of the workers. He will be visiting us on a weekly basis. Please guide me on what sort of check-ups we are required to have for the workers on a regular basis. Here, I would like to mention that we also have yearly check-up camps for blood tests, BP checks, ECGs, vaccinations, etc., with ESIC and other organizations.
Vinex HR Dept
From India, New Delhi
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Hi,
The processes mentioned by you are quite common. Please refer to the chemicals used for Electroplating, Anodizing, and types of Paint. Refer to the MSDS of all these chemicals and paints. The MSDS would specify the medical tests to be taken. In all the above cases, the medical tests are to be conducted once every 6 months, and the reports are to be compared with earlier reports to ensure that there is no deterioration in health parameters due to occupational hazards.
Thanks & Regards,
Sudhir
From India, Vadodara
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The processes mentioned by you are quite common. Please refer to the chemicals used for Electroplating, Anodizing, and types of Paint. Refer to the MSDS of all these chemicals and paints. The MSDS would specify the medical tests to be taken. In all the above cases, the medical tests are to be conducted once every 6 months, and the reports are to be compared with earlier reports to ensure that there is no deterioration in health parameters due to occupational hazards.
Thanks & Regards,
Sudhir
From India, Vadodara
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