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Notification under subrule 6 AND 7 of Rule 131 of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions(Central) Rules, 2026

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-JH-E-07072026-274221) on 7 July 2026 (issued 06-Jul-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to prescribe guidelines and standards for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, and to prevent occupational hazards and diseases.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-JH-E-07072026-274221
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Related Code OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020
Download PDF View Original on egazette.gov.in
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-12-31

Action Required

Employers must review and update their occupational safety and health policies to comply with the new guidelines and standards prescribed under Rule 131 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026. They must also ensure that all employees are trained and aware of the new safety protocols.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployerOccupational Health and Safety Officer
Industries Impacted:
ManufacturingMiningConstructionAll

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 14 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026
  • Rule 131

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to prescribe guidelines and standards for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, and to prevent occupational hazards and diseases.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under subrule 6 and 7 of Rule 131 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026, to ensure a safe working environment for employees. This notification aims to regulate and enforce occupational safety and health standards in various industries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-JH-E-07072026-274221)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 07-Jul-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-07072026-274221 about?
The purpose of this notification is to prescribe guidelines and standards for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, and to prevent occupational hazards and diseases.
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-JH-E-07072026-274221?
Employers must review and update their occupational safety and health policies to comply with the new guidelines and standards prescribed under Rule 131 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026. They must also ensure that all employees are trained and aware of the new safety protocols. The compliance deadline is 2026-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-07072026-274221?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer, Occupational Health and Safety Officer across the Manufacturing, Mining, Construction, All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-07072026-274221?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 14 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·