Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Notification regarding Officer to impose penalty 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-19052026-272684) on 19 May 2026 (issued 13-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to designate authorized officers to impose penalties for violations of the OSH and WC Code 2020 at major ports, promoting compliance and worker safety.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-19052026-272684
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 OSH and WC Code 2020 and cooperate with the designated officers in imposing penalties for non-compliance. They must also review and update their safety protocols and procedures to avoid penalties.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployerPort Authority
Industries Impacted:
Shipping and LogisticsPort and Dock OperationsManufacturing

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 111(1) of the OSH and WC Code 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (OSH and WC Code 2020)
  • Section 111(1) of the OSH and WC Code 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to designate authorized officers to impose penalties for violations of the OSH and WC Code 2020 at major ports, promoting compliance and worker safety.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification appointing specific officers to impose penalties for non-compliance with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (OSH and WC Code 2020) in the case of dock work at major ports. This move aims to strengthen enforcement and ensure a safer working environment at major ports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-19052026-272684)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 19-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272684 about?
The purpose of this notification is to designate authorized officers to impose penalties for violations of the OSH and WC Code 2020 at major ports, promoting compliance and worker safety.
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-19052026-272684?
Employers and port authorities must ensure compliance with the OSH and WC Code 2020 and cooperate with the designated officers in imposing penalties for non-compliance. They must also review and update their safety protocols and procedures to avoid penalties. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272684?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer, Port Authority across the Shipping and Logistics, Port and Dock Operations, Manufacturing sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272684?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 111(1) of the OSH and WC Code 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·