Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970

What is the Contract Labour Act?

  • The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 regulates the employment of contract labor in India.

Key Provisions

  • Registration of establishments
  • Licensing of contractors
  • Welfare and health of contract labor
  • Payment of wages and benefits
  • Abolition of contract labor in certain circumstances

Applicability

  • Establishments with 20 or more contract laborers
  • Contractors employing 20 or more laborers

Benefits

  • Protection of contract labor rights
  • Improved working conditions
  • Enhanced welfare and health measures
  • Regulation of contractors and establishments

Responsibilities of Contractors and Establishments

  • Register establishments and obtain licenses
  • Provide welfare facilities (canteen, restrooms, etc.)
  • Pay wages and benefits to contract labor
  • Comply with inspection and certification requirements

Penalties for Non-Compliance

  • Fines and imprisonment
  • Cancellation of licenses and registrations
  • Other legal consequences

Key Features

  • Regulation of contract labor
  • Protection of contract labor rights
  • Enhanced welfare and health measures
  • Compliance with labor laws
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