S.L. 452.153 Art. 1Citation, commencement and applicability.

(1) The title of this order is the Woodworks

(Conditions of Work) Regulation Order.

(2) This order shall come into force within two (2) months from its date of publication in the Gazette.

(3) The provisions established in this order shall apply to all employees engaged in establishments manufacturing furniture, fixtures and other articles wholly or mainly in wood, excluding smokers’ pipes but including boats and motor vehicles bodies, upholstery and wicker or cane work, whether natural or artificial, and for employees employed by woodwork contractors in building and civil engineering:

Provided that in the event that there is a collective agreement applicable to the class of employees covered by this order, the more favorable conditions in such agreement or in this order shall prevail.