Factory Health Checkups For OSHWC and Factories Act Compliance
Ensure a safe, healthy, and productive workforce with the new Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code. With our industry-specific health checkup package you can stay 100% compliant with the OSHWC laws and the Factories Act, 1948.
Why are Employee Health Checkups Crucial?
Investing in your workers’ health is investing in your company’s success.
Boost Productivity
Healthy employees/workforce are more focused and efficient, leading to increased output and reduced sick leaves.
Ensure State Compliance
Meet all legal requirements under the Factories Act, 1948, avoiding penalties and ensuring a safe workplace.
Improve Employee Loyalty
Health benefits are a powerful tool for retaining top talent and fostering loyalty.
State-Specific Compliance Forms
Find your state below to understand the specific health register and forms
required for compliance according to Factories Act.
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Required Form / |
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Maharashtra |
Form 7 |
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Karnataka |
Form 16 |
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Tamil Nadu |
Form 17 |
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Andhra Pradesh |
Form 27-C |
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Telangana |
Form 17-B / 24 |
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Kerala |
Form 17 & 29 |
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Odisha |
Form 24 |
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Jharkhand |
Form 16 |
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Chhattisgarh |
Form 21 |
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West Bengal |
Form 17 |
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Gujarat |
Form 32 |
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Uttar Pradesh |
Form 27 |
Health Standards & Packages for Industries
Baseline Health Package (All Staff)
Mandatory health checkups according to Factories Act 1948
Comprehensive Medical History, BMI Calculation, Blood Pressure, and Pulse Monitoring.
CBC (Anemia/Infection), ESR, Fasting Blood Sugar (Diabetes), Lipid Profile.
Liver Function Test (LFT) and Kidney Function Test (KFT/RFT) for metabolic health.
ECG (Electrocardiogram) to assess heart rhythm and electrical activity.
Urine Routine & Microscopic examination (Microscopy) to screen for infections and renal issues.
Vision Screening (Far, Near, Color) and Basic Audiometry for safety.
Occupational Health Standards and Checkups
Mining Industry
Coal, Metal & Quarrying
Key Occupational Hazards
Silica/Coal Dust
High risk of Pneumoconiosis (Silicosis/Black Lung).
Noise
Heavy machinery causing Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).
Heavy Lifting/Vibration
Drills leading to Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Chest X-ray (PA View) |
Every 3-5 years |
Critical: Must use ILO Standards to detect early pneumoconiosis. |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
Measures lung volume (restrictive/obstructive disease). |
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Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) |
Annual |
Measures Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) |
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Heavy Metal Screening |
Risk-Based |
Measures heavy metals in blood like Lead, Manganese, mercury, cadmium, etc. |
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HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome) Assessment |
Annual |
Physical exam focusing on joints, spine and grip strength for drill operators. |
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Cardiovascular & Renal |
Annual |
ECG, Detailed Lipid Profile, KFT, and assessment for pre-existing conditions like diabetes or heart disease that increase heat stress risk. |
Regulatory Insight
Mines Rules, 1955 (Rule 29B): Mandates Initial Medical Exam (IME). Periodical Medical Exam (PME) every 5 years (every 3 years for ages >45).
Petrochemicals
Refineries & Chemical Plants
Key Occupational Hazards
Chemical Exposure
Benzene, VOCs, Solvents (Liver/Blood toxicity).
Fire/Heat
Thermal stress and burn risks.
Heights or Enclosed Spaces
Vertigo, Asphyxiation, seizure risks in tanks/reactors, etc
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Biological Monitoring |
Every 6 Months |
Urine is tested for Benzene Exposure using S-PMA biomarker. |
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Liver Function (LFT) & Kidney Function (KFT) |
Every 6 Months |
Critical for hepatotoxic solvent exposure. |
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Complete Blood Count |
Annual |
Checks for blood dyscrasias (Leukemia risk) or other blood disorders caused by Benzene Exposure |
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Dermatological Exam |
Annual |
Check dermatitis or chemical burns. |
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Safety-Critical Medicals |
As Needed |
Neurological (seizure/vertigo risk), Cardiovascular (BP control), and overall Physical Fitness |
Regulatory Insight
Factories Act (Schedule II): Mandates biological monitoring. Modern safety protocols prefer S-PMA over Urine Phenol for Benzene.
Construction
Civil, Infrastructure & Road
Key Occupational Hazards
Dust
(Cement/Silica)
Silicosis and COPD risk.
Falls
Vertigo/Balance issues are fatal risks at heights.
Ergonomics
Musculoskeletal disorders from heavy lifting.
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
Detects lung function decline from cement dust. |
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Chest X-ray |
If Needed |
Decline in lung function due to prolonged exposure to cement/silica dust |
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Vision & Balance |
Annual |
Critical: Color blindness, depth perception, vertigo test. |
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Musculoskeletal Exam |
Annual |
Spine/Joint check, Hernia check and a Fitness-to-Work assessment for heavy lifting/manual labor |
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Tetanus Toxoid |
As Needed |
Vaccination check due to high injury risk. |
Regulatory Insight
BOCW Act 1996: Mandates health surveillance for workers handling cement, lead, and hazardous materials.
Garments & Textile
Spinning, Weaving & Dyeing
Key Occupational Hazards
Cotton Dust
Causes “Monday Fever” (Byssinosis).
Noise
High decibel levels from looms.
Chemicals
Dyes and bleaches causing skin issues like dermatitis
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
Timing Critical: Performed on Monday/Day 1 to detect Byssinosis or Any other lung issues |
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Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) |
Annual |
Monitors shifts in hearing or total loss from weaving machinery. |
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Skin Patch Test |
Symptom Based |
Identifies allergies to specific dyes. |
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Musculoskeletal Assessment |
Annual |
Check possible damage to neck, shoulders, wrists (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome screening) due to repetitive movement. |
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Vision |
Annual |
Critical for quality control and fine needlework. |
Regulatory Insight
Factories Act (Schedule I): Classifies cotton spinning as hazardous; strict respiratory surveillance required.
Electronics
Manufacturing & Assembly
Key Occupational Hazards
Solder Fumes
Colophony/flux causing occupational asthma.
Heavy Metals
Lead/Cadmium exposure (batteries/old processes).
Fine Work
High visual demand causing eye strain.
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Visual Acuity |
Annual |
Focus on “Near Vision” and Color Vision. |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
Checks for asthma from soldering fumes. |
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Heavy Metal Screening |
Risk Based |
Blood Lead levels and Cadmium screening if handling batteries. |
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Neurological Exam |
Annual |
Checks for peripheral neuropathy (Effects from exposure to solvents). |
Regulatory Insight
RoHS & Factories Act: Compliance for worker exposure to lead and electroplating hazards
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Processing & Catering
Key Occupational Hazards
Contamination
Spread of pathogens (Typhoid, Hep A,B,C&E) to food.
Temperature
Cold storage or heat stress from ovens.
Skin Issues
Dermatitis from frequent washing/sanitizing.
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Stool Routine |
Every 6 Months |
Critical: Rule out worms, parasites, Salmonella. |
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Infectious Disease Screening & Vaccination Check |
Annual |
Hepatitis A, B, C & E, Typhoid, Tuberculosis. |
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Skin & Nail/Dermatological Exam |
Daily/Annual |
Check for open wounds, fungus, pustules, etc for communicable conditions |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
Assessment for circulatory issues due to extreme temperature changes or organic dusts like flour. |
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Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) |
If needed |
Hearing loss due to machinery or bottling noise |
Regulatory Insight
FSSAI Regulations: Mandates annual medical fitness certificate. Strict environments require 6-monthly stool tests.
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IT & Office
Corporate & Tech
Key Occupational Hazards
Sedentary Work
Obesity, Cardiac risk, Diabetes.
Screen Time
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS).
Stress
Burnout and mental health issues.
Ergonomics
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, back/neck pain, etc
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Lifestyle Profile |
Annual |
HbA1c (Sugar), Lipid Profile (Cholesterol), Thyroid. |
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Vision |
Annual |
Detailed check for acuity, dry eyes and refraction. |
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Ergonomic Check |
Annual |
Check for “Tech Neck”, Carpal Tunnel, Posture. |
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Stress Assessment |
Annual |
Mental health/anxiety problems (questionnaires). |
Regulatory Insight
Shops & Establishments Act: Employers liable for safe environment and ergonomic furniture.
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Steel & Metal
Fabrication & Foundries
Key Occupational Hazards
Heat Stress
Dehydration and heat stroke risk.
Welding Fumes
Metal Fume Fever, Manganese toxicity.
Noise
High noise in rolling mills/furnaces.
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Cardiovascular Fitness Assesment (ECG, Lipid Profile, BP) & Kidney Function (KFT) |
Annual |
To determine fitness for working in high temperatures and to check for dehydration and renal strain respectively. |
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Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) |
Annual |
Damage to hearing caused by loud noise in mills/furnaces. Mandatory for noise levels >90 dBA. |
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Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Screening |
If needed |
Monitor damage to hands/arms especially for grinders or heavy tool users. |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
Detects welding fume effects. |
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Chest X-ray |
If needed |
Done to check effects of chronic exposure |
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Vision Screening & Protection Check |
If needed |
Includes fundus examination (damage due to heat/radiation exposure) & check for UV/IR radiation exposure respectively. |
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Biological Monitoring |
Risk Based |
Tests to monitor Manganese, Chromium, Nickel, etc especially for welders or alloying |
Regulatory Insight
Factories Act Schedule XXIV: Mandatory audiometry for high noise zones.
Pharmaceutical
Manufacturing & Clean Rooms
Key Occupational Hazards
API Exposure*
Hormones/Steroids affecting physiology.
*Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Solvents
Organic chemical exposure.
Cross-contamination
Worker must not contaminate sterile zones (For product safety).
Confined Spaces (reactors)
Seizures, vertigo, or uncontrolled heart disease
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Microbiological Screening (Throat/Nasal Swabs) |
Periodic |
To ensure sterile zones remain clean for product safety. |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Every 6 months |
To check for reactive airways/asthma due to fine chemical powder inhalation |
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Specific Toxicology |
Annual |
Tests based on specific drug handled (e.g., Thyroid). |
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Liver & Kidney Function (LFT/KFT) |
Every 6 Months |
Mandatory as per hazardous process requirement. Monitors for drug toxicity/metabolites. |
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Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological fitness |
Annual |
Fitness-to-Work certification (no history of seizures, vertigo, or uncontrolled heart disease). |
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Dermatological |
Annual |
Sensitization to APIs. |
Regulatory Insight
Schedule M: Good Manufacturing Practices require strict health monitoring.
Ports & Docks
Logistics & Shipping
Key Occupational Hazards
Heavy Manual Labor
Musculoskeletal injury from heavy lifting.
Falls from Heights
Crane operation risks.
Cargo Dust & Chemical
Coal, oil, grain dust exposure.
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Exam |
Annual |
Focus on spine, knees, and shoulders. Fitness Certificate for heavy lifting capacity/heights. |
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Vision & Depth |
Annual |
Critical for crane/forklift operators who require proper depth perception, acuity, and colour vision. |
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Neurological/Vestibular Exam |
Annual |
Screening for vertigo, syncope, and balance disorders. |
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Pure Tone Audiometry |
Annual |
Ship horns and machinery noise. |
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Dermatological Check |
Annual |
If handling cargo like cement, fertilizer, etc. |
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Spirometry (PFT) |
Annual |
If handling dusty cargo (eg. Coal/Grain). |
Regulatory Insight
Dock Workers Regulations 1990: Specific Indian regulation for dock safety.
Pulp & Paper
Pulp & Paper
Key Occupational Hazards
Chlorine
Respiratory irritation from bleach.
Wood/Pulp Dust
Carcinogenic nasal risk.
Wet/Damp Environemnets
Injury due to slipping and falling. Fungal infections/Dermatitis.
Noise
Hearing loss due to machinery.
Health Checkups Recommended
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Test / Exam |
Frequency |
Purpose |
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Spirometry (PFT) & ENT Exam |
Annual |
Nasal mucosa check for wood/paper dust and chlorine compunds like chlorine dioxide and Hydrogen Sulphide |
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Dermatological |
Annual |
For irritation and fungal infections due to prolonged dampness/chemical exposure. |
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Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) |
Annual |
High noise from debarking machines. |
Regulatory Insight
General Factories Act provisions for chemical and dust exposure.
Summary of Key Frequencies
| Category | Typical Frequency | Governing Law Principle |
| General Workers | Annually (Every 12 months) | General provision of The Factories Act, 1948. |
| Hazardous Process Workers | Bi-annually (Every 6 months) | Section 41-C, Rule 70 of The Factories Act, 1948, and specific State Rules. |
| Young Persons (14-18) | Annually (Certificate of Fitness) | Section 69, 70 of The Factories Act, 1948. |
| X-Ray & Specific Biomonitoring | Every 2 to 5 years (or as per OHC Doctor’s recommendation based on exposure levels/age) | Determined by the risk assessment and specific rules for a given chemical or physical agent. |
Our Core Health Services
Tailored packages to meet the unique demands of your industry.
Pre-Employment Checkups
Ensure new hires are medically fit for their roles, establishing a baseline for future health monitoring.
Annual Health Checkups
Mandatory periodic checkups to monitor employee health and detect occupational health issues early.
Employee Drug Screening
Maintain a safe, drug-free workplace with our reliable and confidential screening programs.
Customized Packages
We design packages based on specific workplace hazards like noise, dust, or chemical exposure.
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