Date Venue Category/City Fees (Inclusive Taxes)
27/09/2024 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Online 3835
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Program Overview:

The Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970, is a crucial piece of legislation that governs the employment of contract labor in various establishments. It aims to regulate the conditions of service and employment of contract labor and to provide for its abolition in certain circumstances. This program is designed to equip employers, HR professionals, and legal practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of their obligations under the Act. Participants will learn about the regulatory framework, compliance requirements, and best practices to ensure adherence to the law. 

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the applicability, scope & key provisions of the Contract Labour Act
  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of principal employers and contractors under the Act.
  • The Process of registration and licensing for establishments and contractors.
  • Gain insights into the rights & welfare measures to be provided to contract labour.
  • Develop strategies to ensure compliance and avoid legal pitfalls.
  • Understand the penalties and consequences of non-compliance.

Course Contents

1 :  Introduction to the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Ac t, 1970

  • Scope and Applicability of the Act: Understanding State-wise Applicability
  • Key Definitions and Terminologies – Contract of Service & Contract for Service

2 :  Registration and Licensing 

  • Registration of Establishments Employing Contract Labors—when required? 
  • Licensing of Contractors – Conditions of Licence  
  • Renewal, Suspension, and Revocation of Licenses 

3 :  Appointment and Regularization of Contract Workers 

  • Criteria for appointment of contract workers: precautions and regulations
  • Cases and conditions for regularization of contract workers
  • Case laws and judicial pronouncements

4 :  Obligations of Principal Employers

  • Obligations of the Principal Employers under the Law
  • Obligations and Duties of the Labour Contractors under the Act

5 :  Welfare and Health Provisions 

  • Provisions for Canteens, Restrooms, and First-Aid Facilities
  • Payment of Wages and Other Benefits to contract workers
  • Case Laws and judicial pronouncements

6 :  Prohibition and Abolition of Contract Labour

  • Prohibition of Employment of Contract Labour – conditions and implications
  • Case Laws and judicial pronouncements

7 :  Lega l Compliance and Documentation

  • Maintenance of various Registers and Records by Employers & Contractors
  • Submission of Half Yearly Returns by Contractors/  Annual Returns by PE

8 :  Case Studies and Practical Insights

  • Analysis of Landmark Judgments
  • Case Studies on Compliance and Non-Compliance

9 :  Penalties and Consequences of Non-Compliance

  • Penalties for Contravention of Provisions
  • Strategies to Mitigate Legal Risks