Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Notification under subrule (4) of rule 163 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-JH-E-15072026-274515) on 15 July 2026 (issued 13-Jul-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to ensure that employers maintain a safe working environment and comply with the prescribed occupational safety and health standards.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-JH-E-15072026-274515
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-12-31

Action Required

Employers must review and update their safety protocols to comply with the prescribed standards, and ensure that all employees are trained and aware of the new safety procedures. They must also maintain accurate records of their compliance with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployerSafety Officer
Industries Impacted:
ManufacturingMiningConstructionAll

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 38 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026
  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to ensure that employers maintain a safe working environment and comply with the prescribed occupational safety and health standards.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under subrule (4) of rule 163 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026, aiming to enhance workplace safety and health standards. This notification is expected to impact various industries, particularly those with high-risk working conditions, and requires employers to review and update their safety protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-JH-E-15072026-274515)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 15-Jul-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-15072026-274515 about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure that employers maintain a safe working environment and comply with the prescribed occupational safety and health standards.
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-JH-E-15072026-274515?
Employers must review and update their safety protocols to comply with the prescribed standards, and ensure that all employees are trained and aware of the new safety procedures. They must also maintain accurate records of their compliance with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026. The compliance deadline is 2026-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-15072026-274515?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer, Safety Officer across the Manufacturing, Mining, Construction, All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-15072026-274515?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 38 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·