DISH Overview
The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH) is the primary governmental authority responsible for administering and enforcing the Factories Act, 1948, and accompanying state rules. Their absolute mandate is to guarantee the safety, health, and welfare of workers employed in manufacturing setups across the state.
Before initiating manufacturing processes, industries must have their factory layout plans approved by DISH and secure a valid Factory License. Operating a manufacturing facility without DISH approval invites severe legal repercussions, including factory closure and imprisonment of the occupier. Eco Serve India bridges the gap between complex safety regulations and your factory floor.
What We Do
We provide comprehensive consultancy to ensure that your factory infrastructure and daily operations strictly comply with all statutory safety guidelines.
Plan Approval
Drafting and submitting factory layout plans to DISH for approval before construction or expansion begins.
Factory Licensing
End-to-end management of the online application process for new factory licenses and timely annual renewals.
Stability Certificates
Providing mandated Structural Stability Certificates authorized by recognized and competent structural engineers.
Safety Audits
Conducting comprehensive safety audits and HAZOP studies to identify, evaluate, and mitigate workplace hazards.
Tools Testing (Form 11/12)
Periodic testing, examination, and certification of lifting tools, tackles, hoists, and cranes by Competent Persons.
Pressure Vessels (Form 13)
Statutory testing and certification of pressure plants and vessels operating above atmospheric pressure.
Functions of the Directorate
DISH acts as both a regulatory body and a facilitator for safe industrial environments. Their key functions include:
Enforcing Safety Laws
Strictly implementing the Factories Act, 1948 to prevent occupational hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
Accident Investigation
Conducting detailed inquiries into fatal and serious industrial accidents to determine causes and prevent recurrences.
Health & Welfare
Ensuring factories provide adequate ventilation, lighting, drinking water, first-aid, and occupational health centers.
Safety Promotion
Organizing training programs, safety awards, and promoting the adoption of advanced safety management systems.
Required Documents
Securing a Factory License requires a robust compilation of technical diagrams and legal proofs. We assist in preparing:
- Approved Factory Layout Plan
- Detailed List of Machinery & HP
- Structural Stability Certificate
- List of Directors/Partners (with IDs)
- Board Resolution nominating Occupier
- Land Ownership Proof / Lease Deed
- Latest Electricity Bill
- Consent copy from State PCB
Licensing Procedure
We streamline the complex technical evaluation and online filing process to ensure your license is approved swiftly.
Step 1: Layout Plan Drafting & Approval
We draft the factory blueprint showing machinery placement, exits, and safety features, and submit it to the Joint Director for initial plan approval.
Step 2: Structural Stability Certification
A Competent Person (recognized by DISH) inspects the completed building and issues a Structural Stability Certificate affirming it is safe for manufacturing.
Step 3: Online Portal Filing
We compile all legal documents, worker data, and machinery details to formally file the license application on the state's industrial portal (e.g., MAITRI).
Step 4: Factory Inspection
A Factory Inspector will visit the site to verify compliance with the approved plan and statutory safety norms. We coordinate this inspection closely.
Step 5: Grant of Factory License
Upon successful inspection and query resolution, the official Factory License is granted, permitting lawful manufacturing operations.
Benefits of Compliance
Proactively managing your DISH compliance is not just a legal necessity; it is a moral obligation that yields high operational returns.
Legal Immunity & Zero Prosecution
Operating without a valid license or ignoring safety protocols can lead to immediate factory sealing, heavy fines, and the arrest of company directors. Compliance guarantees peace of mind.
Enhanced Worker Morale & Productivity
A legally compliant, safe, and well-ventilated factory significantly reduces occupational stress. Workers perform better when they know their health and safety are prioritized.
Reduction in Liabilities
By conducting regular audits and certifying lifting tackles/pressure vessels, you drastically reduce the chance of fatal accidents, thereby minimizing expensive compensation claims and insurance premiums.