In Andhra Pradesh, the Deputy Inspector of Factories' powers and duties are primarily defined by the Andhra Pradesh Factories Rules, 1950, and the Factories Act, 1948

 In Andhra Pradesh, the Deputy Inspector of Factories' powers and duties are primarily defined by the Andhra Pradesh Factories Rules, 1950, and the Factories Act, 1948. These include enforcing safety regulations, inspecting factories, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. 

Key Powers and Responsibilities:

Enforcement of Acts and Rules:

The Deputy Inspector is responsible for the overall supervision of the implementation of the Factories Act, 1948, and the Andhra Pradesh Factories Rules, 1950. 

Factory Inspections:

They conduct inspections of factories to assess working conditions, safety measures, and compliance with regulations. 

Plant Safety Inspections:

They observe physical conditions of work, work practices, and advise on measures to improve safety. 

Investigation of Accidents:

They investigate accidents that occur within factories to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences. 

Enforcement of Welfare Provisions:

They ensure that factories comply with provisions related to worker welfare, such as providing adequate facilities like canteens, rest rooms, and first aid. 

Maintenance of Registers:

They ensure that factories maintain necessary registers, including those related to child workers and hazardous processes. 

Power to Enter and Inspect:

Inspectors have the power to enter any factory, inspect records, and examine the premises to ensure compliance with the law. 

Power to Investigate:

Inspectors can investigate any matter related to the factory's compliance with the Act. 

Power to Take Samples:

Inspectors can take samples of materials used in the factory for analysis. 

Power to Examine Witnesses:

Inspectors can examine any person who may be able to provide information related to the factory's operations. 

Power to Issue Notices:

Inspectors can issue notices to factories for non-compliance with the Act. 

Specific Examples of Duties:

Ensuring adequate lighting:

Rule 29 of the AP Factories Rules specifies the minimum lighting requirements in factories. 

Providing for safe storage of toxic substances:

Schedule XV of the AP Factories Rules outlines requirements for handling and disposal of toxic substances. 

Ensuring proper ventilation:

Rule 33 of the AP Factories Rules mandates ventilation requirements to prevent accumulation of dust, gas, fumes, and vapors. 

Maintaining a register of child workers:

Section 73 of the Factories Act requires factories to maintain a register of child workers. 

Providing adequate washing facilities:

Rule 58 of the AP Factories Rules specifies the number of washing facilities required based on the number of workers. 

Jurisdiction:

The Deputy Chief Inspector of Factories, Nellore, has jurisdiction over Prakasam and Nellore districts.

The Inspector of Factories, Nellore, has jurisdiction over Nellore district.