Safer plants. Clean compliance. One team in Hosur.
SK Associates supports safer workplaces and compliant operations through industrial safety consultancy, EHS audits, factory licensing, statutory compliance, process safety management, inspection coordination and practical safety training.
Integrated Safety, Environmental and Health Services
One partner for multiple workplace safety, statutory compliance, environmental and fire protection requirements. Select a service to view its dedicated page.
About us
SK Associates is an industrial safety and EHS consultancy based in Hosur, with a branch office in Avadi, Chennai. We support industrial organizations with workplace risk assessment, safety audits, statutory compliance documentation, factory licensing support, emergency preparedness and EHS management systems.
Service scope is agreed according to each site's requirements and applicable regulations.
We identify gaps, support corrective actions, maintain documentation and help improve workplace safety.
Industries we support
Manufacturing & Engineering
Automotive, auto components, engineering, fabrication and general manufacturing.
Process & Regulated Industries
Pharmaceutical, chemical, food processing, utilities and other process facilities.
Workplaces & Infrastructure
Warehouses, logistics, construction projects, hospitals, educational institutions and commercial buildings.
Factory licensing & compliance support
End-to-end help for factories under the Tamil Nadu Factories Rules, 1951, from drawing the plan to licence renewal and statutory records.
Start your factory licenceFactory plan & machinery layout
Preparation and drafting of the factory (building) plan and machinery layout according to the Tamil Nadu Factories Rules, 1951.
Submission to DISH
Preparation and submission of the plan and layout, along with Form No. 1 and required documents, to the Joint Director of Industrial Safety & Health (DISH).
Follow-up & guidance
Follow-up and guidance to the employer for complying with the provisions needed for approval of the factory plan and machinery layout from the Joint Director of Industrial Safety & Health (Factory Inspector).
Stability certificate (Form 1-A)
Obtaining and submitting the Stability Certificate (Form 1-A) to the Joint Director of Industrial Safety & Health (Factory Inspector).
Factory licence registration
Preparation and application for registration of factories (factory licence), with requisite fees, to the Joint Director of Industrial Safety & Health (Factory Inspector).
Renewal & amendments
Preparation and application for renewal or amendment of the factory licence and factory plan, and for change of manager, occupier, horsepower or manpower.
Audits, surveys & examinations
Safety audit, HIRA, JSA (Job Safety Analysis report), fire audits, ventilation, noise and illumination surveys, electrical safety audits, and examination of lifting machines & tackles and pressure vessels (Form No. 8).
Registers & records
Preparation and maintenance of the registers and records required by law, such as the Register of Adult Workers, Register of Child Workers and Register of Leave with Wages.
Returns, forms & reports
Preparation and submission of the forms, returns and reports prescribed under the Act, from time to time.
Competent persons & inspection scope
Where the applicable law requires examination or certification by an authorized or competent person, we clarify the scope and coordinate with the appropriate person or agency. Certificates and statutory approvals are issued by the relevant authorized authority.
| Competent Person | Rule / Section | Testing, Examination & Certification |
|---|---|---|
| N. ShanmugamCompetent Person, DISH Chennai | Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part V Para 5 | Plant & equipment made from plastics |
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part II Para 7 | Instrument safety devices | |
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part II Para 15 | Testing, examination & repair of plant and equipment | |
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part II Para 18 | Entry into work in confined space | |
Rule 61 P (Sub-rule 16) | Thermic fluid heaters & heater coil | |
| S. LalithaCompetent Person, DISH Chennai | Section 6 | Stability of buildings |
| SaravanakumarCompetent Person, DISH Chennai | Section 28, Rule 55 | Lifts & hoists |
Section 28, Rule 55A | Lifting machines & lifting tackles | |
Section 21(22), Rule 53, Sch. VII | Centrifugal machines | |
Section 21(22), Rule 53, Sch. VIII | Power press | |
Section 21(22), Rule 53(1), Sch. XI | Conveyors | |
Rule 61-A | Safety belts | |
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. V | Grinding or glazing of metals | |
Rule 61B | Ovens and dryers | |
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. VIII | Shot blasting with ventilation system |
DISH-approved competent persons and their statutory scope.
Our major clients
Trusted by leading manufacturers across automotive, steel, pharma, food and engineering sectors.
Industrial safety consultancy in Hosur and across India
Our offices are in Hosur and Avadi, Chennai. We support clients in Tamil Nadu and can discuss suitable service arrangements for industrial sites elsewhere in India, depending on the project scope and required on-site presence.
Hosur & Krishnagiri
Industrial safety consultancy, safety audits, factory licensing support, EHS documentation and training for eligible local projects.
Chennai & Tamil Nadu
Support for industrial facilities, manufacturing units, warehouses and other workplaces, subject to agreed service scope.
Projects across India
Contact us to discuss remote documentation, compliance coordination, EHS systems support or site visits based on project requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Which authority approves a factory plan in Tamil Nadu?
Factory building plans and machinery layouts are submitted with Form No. 1 to the Joint Director of Industrial Safety & Health (DISH), prepared according to the Tamil Nadu Factories Rules, 1951. SK Associates prepares and submits the plan and follows up until approval.
Do you help with factory licence registration and renewal?
Yes. We prepare and file applications for factory licence registration, renewal and amendments, including change of manager, occupier, horsepower or manpower.
Which equipment can your competent persons test and certify?
We support inspection coordination and documentation for applicable equipment, with statutory examinations and certificates handled by the authorized or competent person where required.
Which locations do you serve?
Our offices are in Hosur and Avadi, Chennai. We serve projects in Tamil Nadu and can discuss service arrangements for industrial sites elsewhere in India, depending on the scope, schedule and on-site requirements.
Do you provide process safety management support?
We can discuss process safety documentation and coordination needs such as hazard identification, risk assessments, operating procedures, management of change, permit-to-work, emergency preparedness and action tracking. The exact scope depends on the facility and project requirements.
How can I request an industrial safety consultation?
Use the enquiry form, call our listed phone numbers or contact us on WhatsApp. Share your location, industry, service requirement and preferred timeline so we can discuss the appropriate scope.
What EHS training do you offer?
Programs include fire prevention, electrical and machinery safety, LOTO, PPE usage, on-site emergency plans and mock drills, hazardous chemical handling, MSDS, IMS awareness, and water, wastewater and hazardous waste management.
Contact SK Associates
Need safety, EHS or statutory compliance support? Talk to our team for a consultation.
Head office
172/A1, 11th-B Cross, Krishna Nagar, Dharga, Hosur – 635126
Branch
Plot No. 1/13, Rajamma Nagar, Kannapalayam, Avadi, Chennai – 600071