Saudi: 3-month midday outdoor work ban to be in force from June 15

Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Labour Minister announces midday work ban from June 15 for three months

Manama: Yousef bin Abdulhussein Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Minister of Labour, announced the implementation of a ministerial decision prohibiting work during midday for workers exposed to direct sunlight in open areas. The ban will take effect from June 15 to September 15, extending the previous two month ban to three months. The minister noted that the extension reflects Bahrain’s commitment to continuously developing national…

Saudi Arabia Announces Major Ban from June 15 to Protect Workers

To ensure compliance, the Ministry will deploy inspection teams across the country to monitor outdoor workplaces during the restricted hours. Any violations can be reported via the Ministry’s Unified Call Center or official mobile application.

Saudi: 3-month midday outdoor work ban to be in force from June 15

The ministry said that the decision is part of preserving the safety and health of workers in the private sector