Tamil Nadu Factory NOC and License – TN DISH
- The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH) regulates factory safety, occupational health, and legal compliance in Tamil Nadu
- All new factories and expansions must obtain a Factory NOC and Factory License under the Tamil Nadu Factories Act, 1948
Factory No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Mandatory for setting up a factory
- Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and zoning norms
- Application to DISH with land use, industry type, and safety details
- TNPCB approval required for hazardous activities
- Fire safety clearance and local authority approval mandatory
- DISH inspection conducted before NOC issuance
Factory License
- Mandatory for factories with 10 or more workers using power or 20 or more without power
- Issued under the Tamil Nadu Factories Rules, 1950
- Online application through the DISH portal
- Submission of approved factory plans, safety measures, and required clearances
- DISH inspection prior to license issuance
Renewal & Compliance
- Issued after construction to confirm implementation of approved fire safety measures
- Mandatory before occupancy approval
Key Fire Safety Requirements
- Factory licenses must be renewed periodically
- Continuous compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards is required
- Non-compliance may lead to penalties or license cancellation
These approvals ensure legal operation, worker safety, and environmental protection.