Do a hand driven lifting equipment need certification from competent person under article 29 of Factories Act?

Do a hand driven lifting equipment need certification from competent person under article 29 of Factories Act? 
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Section 29 of the Factories Act deals with lifting machines and lifting tackles which are defined under explanation. In our opinion hand driven lifting equipment does not require certification.
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