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Notification regarding hours of work for mines under the OSH and WC Code, 2020

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1) on 2026-05-18, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to ensure the safety and well-being of mine workers by regulating their working hours and conditions.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-05-18

Action Required

Employers in the mining sector must review and comply with the new regulations regarding hours of work, and ensure that their policies and practices are aligned with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. They must also maintain accurate records of working hours and conditions.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployerFactory Manager
Industries Impacted:
Mining

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalties for non-compliance may include fines and imprisonment as per the provisions of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers in the mining sector must review and comply with the new regulations regarding hours of work, and ensure that their policies and practices are aligned with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. They must also maintain accurate records of working hours and conditions.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyPenalties for non-compliance may include fines and imprisonment as per the provisions of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to ensure the safety and well-being of mine workers by regulating their working hours and conditions.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding the hours of work for mines under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, aiming to regulate working hours in the mining sector. This notification is expected to impact the working conditions and safety of mine workers across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-05-18.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1 about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure the safety and well-being of mine workers by regulating their working hours and conditions.
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 central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1?
Employers in the mining sector must review and comply with the new regulations regarding hours of work, and ensure that their policies and practices are aligned with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. They must also maintain accurate records of working hours and conditions. The compliance deadline is 2026-05-18.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer, Factory Manager across the Mining sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-mines-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020-1?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalties for non-compliance may include fines and imprisonment as per the provisions of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.