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Ministerial Decision Banning Outdoor Work in the Sun (3337)

Bans work in direct sun in private establishments from 12 noon to 3 pm, from 15 June to 15 September, to protect workers' health and safety.

Ministerial decision12/11/1440H · 15 July 2019Employment

In brief

Bans work in direct sun in private establishments from 12 noon to 3 pm, from 15 June to 15 September, to protect workers' health and safety.

Summary of the law

Key points

  • No work in exposed sun between 12 noon and 3 pm from 15 June to 15 September.
  • Breach is an occupational safety violation under the table of violations, with fines per worker.

Note

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A plain-language summary prepared by Al-Bayan Al-Wadih Law Firm, focused on the violations and problems that come up most in daily life. It is not a substitute for the official text or for legal advice.

What it covers

  • Daily ban hours
  • Annual ban period
  • Private establishments

Timeline

  1. Issued: Published 12/11/1440H

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