Safety Management Systems

Safety, Environmental & Health
Factory Licensing Consultants in Hosur, Chennai

SK Associates supports safer workplaces and compliant operations through industrial safety consultancy, EHS audits, factory licensing support, statutory compliance, process safety management, inspection coordination and practical safety training.

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.

3Approved Competent Persons
25+Leading industrial clients
2Offices: Hosur & Chennai
6Core service areas

Our services

Statutory & Legal Compliance

  • Factories Act, BOCW Act, Petroleum & Explosives Act compliance
  • New industry approval, factory layout plans, alterations & DISH approval
  • CTE, CTO, EIA/EPR, hazardous & bio-medical waste authorisation
  • Risk assessment & On-site Emergency Plan
  • Fire NOC & licence renewal, accident analysis
  • Department of Explosives approvals & licences
  • Industrial hygiene plan, construction safety & NDT

Testing, Examination & Certification

  • Pressure vessels, valves, thermic fluid heaters
  • Lifting machines, tackles, lifts & hoists, HOT/EOT cranes, chain pulley blocks
  • Ventilation & dust extraction systems, power presses, safety devices
  • Centrifuges, dryers & ovens, reinforced plastic plant
  • Building stability certification
  • Safety relief valve functional & periodic testing

Engineering

  • Fire hydrant & suppression systems, extinguishers – installation and AMC
  • BOQ, valuation & costing, PEB & civil construction
  • Building renewal & repair, DTCP & DISH approval
  • Supply of electrical panels, cables and related products

ETP / STP / RO

  • ETP and STP installation & consultation
  • Operation & maintenance of ETP, STP and RO plants
  • Supply of effluent treatment and special chemicals

Audit & Environmental Lab

  • Legal compliance audit, gap analysis, EMS audit
  • Fire safety, energy and OHS audit & certification
  • Fire risk assessment & fire load calculation, process safety management
  • Ambient air & stack monitoring, VOC/HC monitoring
  • Noise level survey, illumination study

EHS Training & Projects

  • Fire prevention, electrical & machinery safety, LOTO, PPE
  • On-site emergency plan, mock & fire drills
  • Hazardous chemical handling, MSDS, IMS awareness
  • Water, wastewater & hazardous waste management
  • Projects: design, supply, erection, commissioning, refurbishment

Integrated EHS & Industrial Safety Services

One partner for multiple workplace safety, statutory compliance, environmental and fire protection requirements. Select a service to view its dedicated page.

Process Safety Management (PSM)

Support for process hazard identification, HAZID/HAZOP coordination where appropriate, risk assessment, operating procedures, management of change, permit-to-work, mechanical integrity records, emergency planning and process safety action tracking.

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Safety & EHS Consultancy

Workplace safety inspections, hazard identification, HIRA, JSA/JHA, risk assessments, Permit-to-Work, LOTO, contractor safety, incident investigation, root-cause analysis, corrective actions and EHS performance reporting.

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Factory Licensing & Statutory Compliance

Consultancy and documentation support for factory registration, licence applications and renewals, amendments, factory plan and machinery layout submissions, statutory registers, returns, inspection preparation and compliance-gap closure.

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Legal Compliance Services

Support to identify applicable factory, occupational safety, lifting equipment, pressure equipment, electrical, fire, first-aid, emergency preparedness and environmental obligations, and maintain a due-date-based compliance register.

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Industrial Safety & EHS Audits

Industrial safety, EHS, fire, electrical, workplace, legal compliance, contractor, warehouse, construction, emergency preparedness and PPE compliance audits. Reports can record observations, risk ratings, recommendations, owners and target dates.

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Fire & Life Safety Equipment

Support for fire extinguisher supply, inspection, servicing and refilling coordination, fire hose and hydrant accessories, fire blankets, emergency lighting, exit signage and applicable fire protection equipment.

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Fire Hydrant & Fire Pump Services

Inspection and maintenance support for hydrant systems, main and jockey pumps, diesel and electric fire pumps, pump rooms, hoses, valves, fire water tanks, pressure testing and preventive maintenance records.

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Fire Alarm & Detection Systems

Supply and service coordination for conventional and addressable fire alarm systems, smoke and heat detectors, manual call points, sounders, strobes, alarm panels, testing and annual maintenance support.

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PPE & Industrial Safety Products

Industrial PPE and safety products including helmets, goggles, face shields, cut/chemical-resistant gloves, safety shoes, respirators, harnesses, lanyards, lifelines, ear protection, reflective jackets, barricades, warning signs, LOTO kits and spill-control products.

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Gas Detection Solutions

Supply and support for suitable portable and fixed gas detection equipment for confined spaces, chemical/process areas, wastewater treatment, laboratories, storage tanks and other applications. Gas selection depends on the site risk assessment.

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Industrial Safety Training

Workplace-focused sessions on first aid, firefighting, emergency response, work at height, confined spaces, electrical safety, chemical safety, PPE, manual handling, lifting, forklift safety, contractor safety, toolbox talks, induction and mock drills.

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EHS Documentation Services

Preparation support for EHS and safety manuals, environmental manuals, emergency plans, SOPs, SWPs, HIRA, JSA, risk assessments, Permit-to-Work, LOTO and chemical safety procedures, registers, checklists and monthly reports.

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Our approach: Assess → Comply → Implement → Inspect → Improve. 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.

  1. Factory plan & machinery layout

    Preparation and drafting of the factory (building) plan and machinery layout according to the Tamil Nadu Factories Rules, 1951.

  2. 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).

  3. 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).

  4. Stability certificate (Form 1-A)

    Obtaining and submitting the Stability Certificate (Form 1-A) to the Joint Director of Industrial Safety & Health (Factory Inspector).

  5. 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).

  6. 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.

  7. 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).

  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.

  9. 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 PersonRule / SectionTesting, Examination & Certification
DISH-approved competent persons and their statutory scope
N. Shanmugam
Competent Person, DISH Chennai
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part V Para 5Plant & equipment made from plastics
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part II Para 7Instrument safety devices
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part II Para 15Testing, examination & repair of plant and equipment
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. XVI Part II Para 18Entry into work in confined space
Rule 61 P (Sub-rule 16)Thermic fluid heaters & heater coil
S. Lalitha
Competent Person, DISH Chennai
Section 6Stability of buildings
Saravanakumar
Competent Person, DISH Chennai
Section 28, Rule 55Lifts & hoists
Section 28, Rule 55ALifting machines & lifting tackles
Section 21(22), Rule 53, Sch. VIICentrifugal machines
Section 21(22), Rule 53, Sch. VIIIPower press
Section 21(22), Rule 53(1), Sch. XIConveyors
Rule 61-ASafety belts
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. VGrinding or glazing of metals
Rule 61BOvens and dryers
Section 87, Rule 95, Sch. VIIIShot blasting with ventilation system

Our major clients

Trusted by leading manufacturers across automotive, steel, pharma, food and engineering sectors.

JSW Steel – client of SK Associates
CIE Automotive – client of SK Associates
Ashok Leyland – client of SK Associates
Titan – client of SK Associates
Del Monte – client of SK Associates
Schaeffler – client of SK Associates
Valeo – client of SK Associates
Global Calcium – client of SK Associates
Howden – client of SK Associates
Greenvision – client of SK Associates
Inox Air Products – client of SK Associates
Simple – client of SK Associates
Exide – client of SK Associates
Antolin – client of SK Associates
Rice Lake – client of SK Associates
Chloride Metals – client of SK Associates
Delta – client of SK Associates
Quest – client of SK Associates
Micro Labs – client of SK Associates
Hirotec – client of SK Associates
Torque Batteries – client of SK Associates
Kun Aerospace – client of SK Associates
SPR Auto Technologies – client of SK Associates
ZF Rane – client of SK Associates
Aptiv – client of SK Associates

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

Phone

+91 96264 75767 / +91 87784 30227

Email

sales@skassociatesehs.com
info@skassociatesehs.com
admin@skassociatesehs.com

Phone

+91 96264 75767 / +91 87784 30227

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