Here is the ergonomics legislation from
Eritrea
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
Eritrea does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Labour Proclamation of Eritrea No. 118 of 2001.
Page last updated: 14/08/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
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Article 20
An employer shall have the following obligations:
(4) to take all the necessary occupational safety and health measures and to comply with the standards and directives to be given by this Proclamation or by the appropriate authorities in respect of these measures;
(5) to bear the cost of medical examination, whenever such medical examination is required by law or the appropriate authority;
(9) to take appropriate measures early on to ensure that all work place premises and the processes of work do not become a source or cause of hazards to the health and safety of the employees;
(10) to provide employees with personal protective equipment and other necessary materials and instruct them on their use
The Duties of
The Employee
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Article 21
An employee shall have the following obligations:
(5) to implement all health and safety instructions issued an employer or by a concerned authority;
(6) to utilize appropriately and with care appliances devices provided for the protection of the safety health of himself and other employees; and
(7) to render assistance when an accident occurs or imminent danger threatens his fellow employees or employer's property without endangering himself.
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.
