Section 15 in Dock Workers (Safety, Health and Welfare) Scheme, 1961
15. First-aid appliances.
(1)In every dock, there shall be provided and maintained so as to be readily accessible during all working hours a sufficient number of first-aid boxes or cupboard : provided that the distance of the nearest first-aid box or cupboard shall be not more than 200 m. (one furlong) from any working place.(2)Nothing, excepting appliances or requisites for first-aid shall be kept in the boxes and cupboards referred to in sub-paragraph (1) and all such boxes and cupboards shall be kept in the charge of a responsible person who is trained in first-aid treatment and who shall always be readily available during working hours.(3)Each first-aid box or cupboard shall be distinctly marked "FIRST-AID" and shall be equipped with the articles specified in Schedule II :Provided that where an Inspector is of the opinion that owing to the number of first-aid boxes or cupboards provided an the availability of extra facilities, such as, well-equipped ambulance room; the standard prescribed in the said Schedule may be relaxed, he may, subject to confirmation by the Central Government, issue a certificate in writing, specifying the extent which the relaxation is given :Provided further that before revoking a certificate the Inspector shall give the Port Authorities a reasonable opportunity to make its representation.(4)A sufficient number of standard Army Pattern of "Furley" telescopic handle stretchers complete with slings shall be provided at convenient places so as to be readily available in an emergency.
