Section 45 of ESI Act : Section 45: Social Security Officers, Their Functions And Duties

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where an electronics manufacturing company, "TechGadgets Ltd.", is operating in a designated area. The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has received a tip that TechGadgets Ltd. might not be complying with the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act provisions, specifically in terms of contributions and coverage of their employees.

In response, the ESIC appoints a Social Security Officer (SSO) to investigate the matter. The SSO visits TechGadgets Ltd. during working hours and requests to see their payroll records and other documents that detail employee wages and ESI contributions.

The SSO examines the records and finds discrepancies in the ESI contributions for several employees. The SSO also interviews some employees to confirm their employment status and understand the benefits they have received under the ESI scheme. After gathering evidence, the SSO prepares a report indicating non-compliance by TechGadgets Ltd. with the ESI Act.

Based on the SSO's findings, the ESIC takes appropriate action against TechGadgets Ltd. to ensure that the company complies with the ESI Act and the employees receive the benefits they are entitled to.