A new textile unit is being planned. Under the Factories Act 1948, provision of a canteen becomes compulsory once the factory ordinarily employs more than:
- A 150 workers
- B 250 workers ✓
- C 300 workers
- D 500 workers
Correct answer: B. 250 workers
Explanation
Section 46 of the Factories Act 1948 requires a canteen in every factory employing more than 250 workers. The nearby thresholds are deliberately tested together: 150 workers triggers shelters, rest rooms and lunch rooms, while 500 workers triggers the ambulance room. Remembering the ladder 150, 250, 500 answers most welfare provision questions under this Act.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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