Here is the ergonomics legislation from
Dominica
The information here was collated from official online sources by Ergo Global ergonomists. All information is for general purposes and cannot be considered 1-to-1 legal advice. Ergo Global disclaim any liability relating to the information provided on this page.
To Note
Dominica does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Employment Safety Act and its Occupational Safety and Health Act.
Neither of these acts have any specific regulations for remote work.
Page last updated: 28/07/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
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Employment Safety Act, Article 4
(1) Every person operating or carrying on a business shall do so in a manner that will not endanger the safety or health of any person employer. employed there upon or in connection therewith.
(2) Every person operating or carrying on a business shall adopt and carry out reasonable procedures and techniques designed or intended to prevent or reduce the risk of employment injury in the operation or carrying on of the business. -
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH)
Under the Act, employers must:
- Provide and maintain safe systems of work.
- Supply protective clothing and equipment at no cost to employees.
- Conduct risk assessments and maintain safety records.
- Train employees in occupational safety practices.
- Report accidents and occupational illnesses promptly to authorities.
The Duties of
The Employer
🏠 for Remote Work
- Formal Agreement - Remote work arrangements should be formalized through a written agreement or an addendum to the existing employment contract. This document should clearly define the terms and conditions of remote work.
- Employee Rights - Remote employees generally retain the same rights and protections as their office-based counterparts, including rights related to working hours, rest periods, leave, and occupational safety and health.
- Employer Obligations - Employers have obligations to ensure the health and safety of remote workers, provide necessary equipment (unless otherwise agreed), and maintain communication channels. They must also respect the employee's right to privacy and disconnect outside of working hours.
The Duties of
The Employee
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Employment Safety Act, Article 5
(1) Every person employed upon or in connection with the operations of any business shall, in the course of his employment
(a) take all reasonable and necessary precautions to ensure his own safety and the safety of his fellow employees and
(b) at all appropriate times use such devices and wear such articles of clothing or equipment as are intended for his protection and furnishes to him by his employer, or required pursuant to this Act to be used or worn by him. -
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH)
Workers are entitled to:
- A safe and hazard-free workplace.
- Information and training on occupational risks.
- PPE and protective measures provided by employers.
- The right to refuse dangerous work without penalty.
At the same time, they are expected to:
- Follow safety procedures and use equipment correctly.
- Report unsafe conditions immediately.
- Cooperate with safety officers and inspectors.
What's next?
Step 1
Run an ergonomics audit following these regulations.
Step 2
List out the gaps in your ergonomics policy.
Step 4
Contact Ergo Global for more support where needed.
