The revised Occupational Safety and Health Act was promulgated on October 27, 2026, but the expanded stop-work provisions are scheduled to take effect on April 28, 2027. The announced changes include broader requests where an imminent risk is feared and direct requests from subcontracted workers to the principal contractor. Respond to present hazards under current safety procedures; use the future provisions to prepare training and escalation routes, not to claim they are already in force.
Three checks before acting
- Follow current safety and emergency procedures for present hazards.
- Compare existing rules with the provisions scheduled for April 2027.
- Prepare the escalation route for principal and subcontracted workers.
This page describes the official announcement as of October 28, 2026. Check the responsible institution's latest page or the particular venue, employer, school, or service screen before acting; the announcement alone does not establish an individual entitlement or outcome.
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