Grant for The Purchase of Tools- Protective Gear for Construction Workers

Grant for the Purchase of Tools/ Protective Gear for the Construction Workers is a welfare scheme run by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department, U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. It gives financial support of up to ₹10,000 to registered construction workers so they can buy essential work tools and safety equipment and carry out their jobs safely and well.

This scheme is open for registered members of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. A worker who has completed six months of valid membership can claim this grant once in three years. The money is paid directly to help cover the cost of tools and protective gear.

Grant for Purchase of Tools Protective Gear for Construction Workers

Grant for the Purchase of Tools/ Protective Gear for the Construction Workers is managed by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. It acts as a supportive hand for registered workers by offering the money needed to buy good tools and safety gear. By taking part, a worker can make the work environment safer and keep professional tools ready.

The Board sanctions the grant through an application in the prescribed Form-III submitted to the Member Secretary (BOCWWB). The amount given is not more than ₹10,000 once in three years for those who have completed six months of membership with the Board.

Workers can now also register online through the official labour department portal of the Union Territory. This makes the process easier and lets applicants track their BOCW labour card application without visiting an office.

Key Information

Benefits

A registered worker can receive financial support of up to ₹10,000 to cover the cost of tools or protective gear. This amount helps buy quality equipment without putting a heavy load on the worker's own pocket.

Important Note: This benefit can be claimed once every three years.

Eligibility

To benefit from Grant for the Purchase of Tools/ Protective Gear for the Construction Workers, the applicant should meet the following requirements:

For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker

• The applicant should be a resident of the U.T. of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
• The applicant should work as a building or construction worker.
• The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years of age.
• The applicant should have worked in building or construction activities for at least 90 days during the last year.

For Applying to the Welfare Scheme

• The applicant should be a registered member under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of the U.T.
• The applicant must have completed at least six months of valid membership.

Application Process

Online Application Process

STEP 1 - Go to the official labour department portal at labourdnhdd.in and create a new user account or log in.

STEP 2 - Choose the BOCW labour card registration service and fill in the required personal, address, and work details.

STEP 3 - Upload the required documents such as Aadhaar, photo, and proof of 90 days of work, then pay the challan and submit the application.

STEP 4 - Track the application online and download the approved BOCW labour card once it is issued.

Offline Application Process

For registration as a worker, submit the application in the prescribed form along with the required documents and a nominal fee of up to ₹50 to the authorized Board officer.

For applying to the scheme, fill out Form-III completely, collect the mandatory self-attested documents, and submit the application to the Member Secretary (BOCWWB).

To check the beneficiary status, visit the official BOCW website and use the BOCW Registration Number in the search box.

Helpdesk Details:

Email: labour-dnh@nic.in

Phone: 0260-2642374

Address: Old Circuit House Building, Opposite Bal Bhawan, Silvassa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli- 396230

Documents

For Worker Registration

• Passport-sized photographs.
• Copy of age proof.
• Copy of address proof.
• Details of the current establishment.
• Receipt of registration fee payment.

For Scheme Application

• Aadhaar Card.
• Subscription payment records.
• Invoice for the tool purchase.
• Use certificate and cash memo (to be submitted within one month of grant receipt).

References

Scheme Guidelines

Official BOCW Website

Official Labour Department Portal

FAQ's

What is the age limit for registration?

The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years old.

Is there a work experience requirement?

Yes, the applicant must have worked in construction for at least 90 days in the preceding 12 months.

Who qualifies to apply for this welfare scheme?

Any registered worker of the Board who has completed six months of membership is eligible to apply.

How do I apply for registration?

Submit the prescribed form and a fee of up to ₹50 to the officer authorized by the Board, or register online through the labour department portal.

Which form should I use for this welfare scheme?

Use Form-III to apply for the grant.

Where do I submit my application?

Submit the application to the Member Secretary of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BOCWWB).

What is the grant amount?

The grant provides an amount of up to ₹10,000.

How often can I claim this benefit?

This grant can be claimed once every three years.

What should I do after receiving the grant?

Submit a use certificate along with the original cash memo within one month of receiving the funds.

Can the Board recall the grant?

Yes, the Board can recall the funds if they are found to be used for purposes other than the stated objective.