(1) In accordance with the provisions of this Code, the statutory standards and employer duties governing Penalty for contravention relating to hazardous process 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 87
Section 87 of the Code prescribes severe penalties for contraventions relating to hazardous processes, punishing failure to implement environmental safety controls with imprisonment of up to two years or fines of up to five lakh rupees, or both.
Occupiers of chemical units must commission annual independent Process Safety Management (PSM) audits (HAZOP / SIL), ensuring all recommendations are completed and certified by a chartered chemical engineer.