Step 1: Submission of Factory Plan: As part of the process, the owner of the factory or the person responsible is under the legal obligation to submit a thorough factory plan to the state labour department for endorsement. Such a plan shall adhere to the criteria established by the department, prioritizing worker safety and well-being. However, the entity shall possess prior consent from the state government for any extension or construction of industrial facilities. The application should encompass the following details:
♦ Nature of manufacturing processes
♦ Factory name and owner's particulars
♦ Communication details email ID and contact number
♦ List of tools & machineries
♦ List of Employee
♦ Details of the manager
Step 2: Filling & Submission of the Application: The factory owner is required to apply for the Factory License with either the state labour department or the department overseeing factories. The application must be presented in the prescribed format, accompanied by all necessary documentation.
Step 3: Payment of Fees: After application submission, the stipulated fees for acquiring the Factory License must be settled. The fee structure varies based on the state and the factory's classification (hazardous or non-hazardous).
Step 4: Verification and Inspection: If the application and proposals align with the statutory mandates of the Factories Act, 1948, and Factories Rules, 1950, the factory plan will be sanctioned by the Factories Director after assessing the recommendations put forth by the concerned Deputy Factories Director.
Step 5: Issue of License: Upon fee payment and scrutiny of the application, if the department verifies that all documents and the application form conform to the requisite regulations and standards, the Factory License will be granted. The license remains valid for a designated period, usually one year, necessitating renewal before expiry.