The Government of Karnataka vide circular No.LGL-2/Others/CR-24/2020-2021 has informed that if OHC/Ambulance Rooms that are that are maintained by the managements in their factories are also registered under KPME Act and undergo applicable inspections, it will indirectly promote efficient management of the workers health at the health centers. Pursuant to the circular, the Department has directed its field officers to initiate action to advise factory managements with OHC/Ambulance room falling under this jurisdiction to register under The Karnataka Private Medical Establishments Act 2007 (KPME Act) in consultation with District Health and Family Welfare Departments. The field officers have also been directed to provide details of factories registered under the KPME Act to the Authority. Therefore, Employers having their factories in the State of Karnataka and who are mandatorily providing Occupational Health Centres/Ambulance in accordance with Rules 88 and 99 of the Karnataka Factories Rules, 1969 respectively are advised to make note of the above and comply accordingly. Please refer to the notification for more details