Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Notification regarding officer for composition of offences in case of major ports under the OSH and WC Code 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-16052026-272592) on 16 May 2026 (issued 13-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to designate a competent officer for the composition of offences under the OSH and WC Code 2020, ensuring effective implementation and enforcement of the Code in major ports.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-16052026-272592
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers and port authorities must ensure compliance with the designated officer's authority and procedures for composition of offences under the OSH and WC Code 2020. They must also update their internal policies and procedures to reflect this notification.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerPort ManagerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
Shipping and PortsTransportationAll

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 138 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to designate a competent officer for the composition of offences under the OSH and WC Code 2020, ensuring effective implementation and enforcement of the Code in major ports.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification regarding the designation of an officer for the composition of offences in case of major ports under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. This notification aims to clarify the authority responsible for handling offences related to occupational safety and health in major ports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-16052026-272592)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 16-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-16052026-272592 about?
The purpose of this notification is to designate a competent officer for the composition of offences under the OSH and WC Code 2020, ensuring effective implementation and enforcement of the Code in major ports.
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.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-16052026-272592?
Employers and port authorities must ensure compliance with the designated officer's authority and procedures for composition of offences under the OSH and WC Code 2020. They must also update their internal policies and procedures to reflect this notification. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-16052026-272592?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Port Manager, Employer across the Shipping and Ports, Transportation, All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-16052026-272592?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 138 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·