Rule 96. Qualifications of Supervisors

(1) All persons who are required to supervise the handling of hazardous substances shall possess the following qualifications and experience:

a) A degree in Chemistry or Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Technology with 5 years experience; or

b) A Master’s Degree in Chemistry or a Degree in Chemical Engineering or Technology with 2 years experience. The experience stipulated above shall be in process operation and maintenance in the Chemical Industry.

c) The Chief Inspector–cum-Facilitator shall require the supervisor to undergo training in Health and Safety.

(2) The syllabus and duration of the above training and the organizations conducting the training shall be approved by the Director General Occupational Safety Health or the State Government in accordance withthe guidelines issued by the Director General Occupational Safety Health.

(3) For the purpose of compliance with the requirements of sub-section (1), (4), and (7) of Section 84 or 85 of the Code, the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator may, if deemed necessary, issue guidelines from time to time to the occupiers of factories carrying on ‘hazardous process’. Such guidelines may be based on National Standards, Codes of Practice, or recommendations of International Bodies such as International Labour Organisation and World Health Organisation.