New occupational safety and health regulations in Egypt: What businesses need to know

Occupational safety and health (OSH) compliance is essential for protecting employees, managing workplace risks and meeting regulatory obligations.

On 12 October 2026, five new ministerial decrees, Nos. 248 to 252 of 2026, were published under Egypt’s Labor Law No. 14 of 2025. These decrees introduce requirements covering workplace safety, incident reporting, OSH organizational structures, consultancy licensing and training activities.

What do the five ministerial decrees cover?

Each decree addresses a specific area of occupational safety and health:

• Decree 248/2026: Requirements related to occupational diseases, workplace incidents, work-related injuries and statutory reporting.
• Decree 249/2026: OSH organizational structures, safety committees and personnel requirements.
• Decree 250/2026: Workplace risk assessments, safety standards, limits and preventive measures.
• Decree 251/2026: Licensing requirements for OSH consultancy services and professional experts.
• Decree 252/2026: Licensing and regulation of OSH training activities.

Together, these decrees highlight the importance of maintaining effective safety management systems, documented procedures and appropriate preventive measures.

What do the new requirements mean for your organization?

Organizations should review their existing OSH arrangements to determine whether updates are needed to meet the new regulatory requirements.

Key areas to consider include:

Occupational risk assessments: Review how workplace hazards are identified, evaluated and controlled, and whether existing preventive measures remain appropriate.

Reporting and documentation: Check procedures for recording and reporting occupational diseases, injuries and workplace incidents, including the relevant documentation.

Organizational responsibilities: Assess whether the required OSH structures, safety committees and qualified personnel are in place.

Training and competence: Review employee safety training and verify that relevant training activities meet applicable requirements.

Taking a proactive approach can help organizations identify potential gaps before inspections, reduce compliance risks and prioritize corrective actions.

How we support your OSH compliance journey

We provide tailored OSH Regulatory Gap Analysis and Compliance Assessment services to help organizations understand their obligations and evaluate their current level of compliance.

Our approach focuses on three key steps:

1. Understand regulatory obligations: Review the applicable requirements relevant to your organization and activities.
2. Identify potential compliance gaps: Assess existing OSH systems, procedures and workplace controls to identify areas requiring attention.
3. Develop a practical compliance roadmap: Establish prioritized actions to help address identified gaps and strengthen your approach to workplace safety.

This structured assessment can help organizations allocate resources effectively, improve risk management and demonstrate their commitment to employee health and safety.

Prepare your organization for the evolving OSH framework

Understanding and addressing regulatory requirements is an important step toward creating safer workplaces and maintaining compliance with Egypt's labor legislation.

We can help you assess your current arrangements, identify areas for improvement and establish practical next steps based on your organization's needs.

Complete our online inquiry form to request an initial consultation about our OSH Regulatory Gap Analysis and Compliance Assessment services in Egypt. Our team will contact you to discuss your requirements and prepare a tailored technical and commercial proposal.