Ministerial Decree No. 320 of 2025 — Rules for Assigning Night and Off-Hours Inspections of Workplaces

Requirements

• Defines night inspection as inspections between sunset and sunrise; off-hours inspection occurs outside official inspection hours as set by the competent authority.
• Confirms inspectors’ right to enter establishments at any time, day or night, without prior permission or notice.
• Allows the competent authority to assign labor and OSH inspectors to night/off-hours inspections in specific situations, including three-shift worksites, inherently night operations, workplaces employing minors or women, hazardous/poisonous industries, imminent danger to workers, checks on meals/rest periods/closures, or when routine inspections necessarily extend beyond official hours.
• Requires next-day reporting by assigned inspectors and adherence to pre-set inspection routes and plans.
• Obliges employers to facilitate inspectors’ work, grant access, and provide necessary documents and information.
• Mandates periodic statistical reporting by competent departments on night/off-hours inspections.

Impact on Employers

Non-adherence may trigger penalties.

Recommended Actions

• Designate a Compliance Liaison within HR or Legal to coordinate and adhere to all statutory requirements and to monitor updates or additional implementing instructions.
• Review Ongoing and Recent Issuances to confirm compliance.

How We Can Help

• Our Employment & Labour team is assisting clients in: Advising on the issuance update and employee communications, Liaising with Labour Office directorates to streamline logistics, and Managing disputes arising from any breaches.
• Please contact any member of our Employment & Labour practice for tailored advice. We will continue to monitor developments and keep you informed of further guidance from the Ministry of Labour.