OBJECT AND SCOPE OF FACTORIES ACT :

The main object of the Factories Act, 1948 is to ensure adequate safety measures and to promote the health and welfare of the workers employed in factories. The Act also makes provisions regarding employment of women and young persons (including children and adolescents), annual leave with wages etc.

The Act extends to whole of India including Jammu & Kashmir and covers all manufacturing processes and establishments falling within the definition of ‘factory’ as defined under Section 2(m) of the Act. Unless otherwise provided it is also applicable to factories belonging to Central/State Governments. (Section 116)