Section 48 in Dock Workers (Safety, Health and Welfare) Scheme, 1961
48. Corrosive and caustic substances.
(1)Where corrosive an caustic substances are handled or stored special precautions shall be taken to prevent damage to the containers and render any spillage harmless.(2)When during handling of any corrosive or caustic substances there is likelihood of any spillage of the substance, no dock workers shall be allowed to work without wearing suitable protective equipment.(3)Dock workers engaged in the removal of damaged containers containing corrosive or caustic substances shall be provided with suitable protective equipment.
