BOCW Act Compliances

The Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 (BOCW Act) regulates the employment and conditions of workers engaged in building, construction, alteration, repair, demolition, and maintenance works.

It is applicable to establishments employing 10 or more construction workers.

 Key BOCW Compliances

. Registration of Establishment

  • Every employer must register their establishment under the BOCW Act.

  • Application to be filed with State Labour Department (Form I).

  • Registration Certificate to be displayed at the site.

. Cess Payment

  • Employers must pay cess @ 1% to 2% of construction cost to the BOCW Welfare Board.

  • Paid in advance (based on estimated cost) or periodically (based on running bills).

  • Final cess payment after completion of project.

. Welfare & Safety Measures

  • Provide safe drinking water, sanitation, first aid.

  • Provide canteen, crèche (if 50+ women workers), restrooms, temporary accommodation (if workers stay onsite).

  • Safety gear (helmets, gloves, belts, boots) for all workers.

  • Regular health check-ups for workers.

. Records & Registers to Maintain

  • Muster roll (attendance)

  • Wage register

  • Overtime register

  • Accident register

  • Register of advances, deductions, fines

  • Identity cards for workers

. Welfare Fund Benefits (for Registered Workers)

  • Health & medical benefits

  • Accident coverage & insurance

  • Education assistance for children

  • Pension & maternity benefits

  • Housing loans and skill development programs

. Returns & Filings

  • Annual return to State Labour Welfare Board (with details of workers & cess paid)

  • Monthly/quarterly reports as per state-specific rules

 Responsibility Division

  • Employer / Principal Contractor: Responsible for registration, cess, welfare measures.

  • Contractors: Responsible for wages, safety, and maintaining records.