Exam Details

• Post: Inspector of Factories and Boilers Grade II
• Department: Factories and Boilers
• Exam Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)
• Paper Code: 53/2016
• Date of Examination: 19th April 2016
• Year: 2016

Overview of the Exam

The Kerala PSC Inspector of Factories and Boilers Grade II exam is conducted to recruit candidates responsible for ensuring workplace safety, enforcing labor laws, and conducting factory inspections under the Factories and Boilers Department.

An Inspector of Factories and Boilers plays a crucial role in enforcing safety regulations, preventing industrial accidents, inspecting factories, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and maintaining boiler safety standards. The exam evaluates candidates' knowledge in mechanical engineering, safety laws, industrial regulations, and general knowledge.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The Kerala PSC Inspector of Factories and Boilers Grade II exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering topics such as mechanical engineering, boiler regulations, industrial safety, labor laws, and general knowledge. Below is the detailed syllabus breakdown:

1. Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Safety

✔ Engineering Mechanics – Laws of motion, friction, work-energy principle.
✔ Thermodynamics – Laws of thermodynamics, heat transfer, steam properties.
✔ Strength of Materials – Stress-strain analysis, bending moments, shear force.
✔ Machine Design – Bearings, gears, belts, pulleys, mechanical linkages.
✔ Production and Manufacturing – Welding, casting, machining, CNC basics.
✔ Industrial Safety and Hazards – Fire prevention, explosion control, emergency response.

2. Boilers and Boiler Regulations

✔ Boiler Types and Classifications – Fire-tube, water-tube, high-pressure boilers.
✔ Boiler Operation and Maintenance – Fuel types, efficiency, water treatment.
✔ Boiler Act and Safety Standards – Indian Boiler Act, certification, licensing.
✔ Boiler Inspection and Testing – Pressure testing, leak detection, safety measures.

3. Factory Laws and Labor Regulations

✔ Factories Act, 1948 – Health, safety, welfare provisions for workers.
✔ Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Standards – Workplace hazards, risk assessment.
✔ Environmental Laws Related to Industries – Pollution control, hazardous waste management.
✔ Workmen’s Compensation Act – Employer responsibilities, accident compensation.

4. Fire and Electrical Safety in Factories

✔ Fire Prevention Measures – Fire extinguishers, fire drills, emergency exits.
✔ Electrical Safety in Industries – Grounding, insulation, short-circuit prevention.
✔ Handling of Hazardous Materials – Chemical safety, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

5. Kerala Industrial Policies and Development

✔ Kerala’s Industrial Infrastructure – Major factories, industrial zones.
✔ Role of the Factories and Boilers Department – Inspections, compliance, legal enforcement.
✔ Government Schemes for Workers’ Welfare – ESI, PF, industrial health initiatives.

6. General Knowledge and Current Affairs

✔ Kerala’s Economic and Industrial Growth – Key industries, employment trends.
✔ Indian Constitution and Governance – Labor rights, factory regulations.
✔ Recent Advancements in Mechanical Engineering – Automation, AI in industries.

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