(1) In accordance with the provisions of this Code, the statutory standards and employer duties governing Toll-free helpline and grievance resolution shall be enforced across all industrial premises, factories, mines, and workplaces throughout India.
(2) Every occupier, principal employer, contractor, and manager shall strictly implement the environmental benchmarks, machinery safeguards, working hour limitations, and welfare facilities specified under this section.
(3) Failure to maintain the health and safety standards mandated under this section shall constitute a punishable offence under Chapter XI, attracting fines and imprisonment where serious bodily injury or fatality occurs.
Legal Commentary & Landmark Judgments: Section 61
Section 61 of the Code mandates the establishment of a dedicated toll-free helpline and grievance redressal system by the appropriate Government to address exploitation, non-payment of wages, and safety violations reported by inter-State migrant workers.
Display the statutory toll-free helpline number prominently on bilingual notice boards at all factory gates, project entrances, and worker mess halls. Failure to display the helpline invites statutory penalties under Section 84.