Inspection norms for industrial units amended

Frequency of inspections changed; to be carried out in some cases only after clearance from higher-ups

The Local Self Government Department has brought about amendments in inspection norms in industrial units by local bodies, in line with the recent changes proposed by the Industries Department to improve ease of doing business. One of the changes is in the frequency of routine inspections in the factories or establishments in various categories. Checks in low risk category establishments need to be carried out only once in three years, once in two years in medium risk category and annually in high risk category establishments.