Labour Code Advisor

Bihar

Shops and Establishment

Notification of the Bihar Risk-Based Classification of Establishments (Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions) Scheme, 2026

Bihar published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: bihar-notification-of-the-bihar-risk-based-classification-of-establishments-occupational-safety-health-and-working-conditions-sche) on 2026-08-31, filed under Shops and Establishment. The purpose of this notification is to implement a risk-based classification system for establishments in Bihar to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards.

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Gazette ID bihar-notification-of-the-bihar-risk-based-classification-of-establishments-occupational-safety-health-and-working-conditions-sche
Category Shops and Establishment
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers in Bihar must classify their establishments based on the risk levels specified in the scheme and implement necessary measures to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards. They must also maintain records and submit reports as required by the scheme.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Bihar Shops and Establishments Act

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers in Bihar must classify their establishments based on the risk levels specified in the scheme and implement necessary measures to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards. They must also maintain records and submit reports as required by the scheme.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to implement a risk-based classification system for establishments in Bihar to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards.

Summary

The Bihar government has introduced the Bihar Risk-Based Classification of Establishments (Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions) Scheme, 2026, to categorize establishments based on their risk levels, aiming to improve occupational safety and health in the state. This scheme is expected to enhance working conditions and reduce workplace hazards in various industries across Bihar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (bihar-notification-of-the-bihar-risk-based-classification-of-establishments-occupational-safety-health-and-working-conditions-sche)?
Bihar issued this notification, published on 2026-08-31.
What is Gazette Notification bihar-notification-of-the-bihar-risk-based-classification-of-establishments-occupational-safety-health-and-working-conditions-sche about?
The purpose of this notification is to implement a risk-based classification system for establishments in Bihar to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification bihar-notification-of-the-bihar-risk-based-classification-of-establishments-occupational-safety-health-and-working-conditions-sche?
Employers in Bihar must classify their establishments based on the risk levels specified in the scheme and implement necessary measures to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards. They must also maintain records and submit reports as required by the scheme. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification bihar-notification-of-the-bihar-risk-based-classification-of-establishments-occupational-safety-health-and-working-conditions-sche?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).