Here is the ergonomics legislation from
Iran
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
Iran does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Labour Code. As stated in its Chapter I, the regulations within also apply to remote workers.
Page last updated: 25/05/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
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Sec. 85
In order to protect the human and material resources of the Islamic Republic of Iran, all workplaces, employers, workers, and trainees shall observe such instructions as may be drawn up by the High Council for Occupational Safety (with regard to occupational safety) and by the Ministry of Health, Therapeutic Care and Medical Training (with regard to the prevention of occupational diseases and the maintenance of occupational health and workers' health and the work environment). -
Sec. 91
The employers and responsible officials of all workplaces covered by section 85 of this Code shall, in accordance with the decisions made by the High Council for Occupational Safety, obtain such facilities and equipment that may be required for the occupational safety and health of workers in their workplaces and put the same at their disposal, and shall instruct them in the use and operation of such equipment, and shall oversee the observance of safety and health regulations by the workers. The workers shall be required to use and maintain their individual protective equipment and to observe the relevant instructions at the workplace.
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.
