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Notification regarding Registering Officer under the OSH and WC Code 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-15052026-272598) on 15 May 2026 (issued 14-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the OSH Code 2020 by designating a Registering Officer to oversee the registration of establishments.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-15052026-272598
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-06-30

Action Required

Employers must ensure that their establishments are registered with the designated Registering Officer, as per the provisions of the OSH Code 2020. They must also maintain the required records and provide necessary information to the Registering Officer.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllManufacturingMiningService Sector

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 33 of the OSH Code 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
  • Section 3 of the OSH Code 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the OSH Code 2020 by designating a Registering Officer to oversee the registration of establishments.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under Section 3 of the OSH Code 2020, regarding the designation of a Registering Officer. This notification aims to facilitate the implementation of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, by specifying the authority responsible for registering establishments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-15052026-272598)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 15-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-15052026-272598 about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the OSH Code 2020 by designating a Registering Officer to oversee the registration of establishments.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-15052026-272598?
Employers must ensure that their establishments are registered with the designated Registering Officer, as per the provisions of the OSH Code 2020. They must also maintain the required records and provide necessary information to the Registering Officer. The compliance deadline is 2026-06-30.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-15052026-272598?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, Manufacturing, Mining, Service Sector sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-15052026-272598?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 33 of the OSH Code 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·