D. BEEDI AND CIGAR WORK

33. Cleanliness and hygiene.- The employer of every industrial premise for manufacture of beedi and cigar shall ensure that:-

(i) every industry including its premises and surroundings are kept in sanitary and hygienic condition;

(ii) surfaces of walls and ceilings, including windows and skylights, are always kept clean and maintained in a hygienic condition;

(iii) the floor of every workroom is maintained in a clean and, so far as possible, dry and nonslippery condition;

(iv) where wet work processes are carried out —

a. effective drainage is maintained;

b. false floors, platforms, mats or other dry standing places are provided; and

c. anti-skid footwear and other suitable safety and protective gears for use while at work in such place are provided without expense to the employees;

(v) workrooms are cleaned as often as required by the nature of the work carried on;

(vi) as far as practicable, sweeping and cleaning are done—

a. during intervals between work; and

b. in such a manner as to prevent the raising of dust;

(vii) suitable arrangements for daily collection, storage, disposal or treatment of waste are made under the effective supervision.