Here is the ergonomics legislation from
Palestine
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
Palestine does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Palestinian Labor Law No. 7 of the Year 2000 A.D. These regulations do not specify any articles relating to remote work.
Page last updated: 22/05/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
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Chapter 4, Article 90
Upon the recommendations of the Minister in coordination with the concerned bodies the cabinet issues occupational health and safety regulations as well work environment regulations particularly including the following:
1. Personal protection devices for laborers against occupational hazards and diseases.
2. Health conditions required in work places.
3. First aid devices for the establishment’s laborers. -
Chapter 4, Article 91
In accordance with this Law and the regulations issued accordingly the establishment issues the occupational health and safety instructions and the relevant bill of penalties endorsed by the Ministry. These instructions are posted in a visible place at the establishment. -
Chapter 4, Article 92
No establishment is permitted to make the laborer bear any expenses or pay deductions in return for providing the necessary occupational health and safety conditions
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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Article 216 - Employee Duties Involving Occupational Safety
Employee duties involving occupational safety shall include the following:
■ to learn, familiarize themselves and apply the requirements defined by relevant regulations for safety, hygiene, and fire protection;
■ to perform work without jeopardizing their own life or that of others, to stay out of places where employees are not allowed such as machinery operating rooms and explosive depots, and to refrain from working in certain other places where there may be a danger to life;
■ to work in the special clothing and shoes issued, to follow and enforce safety regulations, standards and instructions and to use protective methods as stated in the individual or collective contracts;
■ to inform employer representatives about job accidents, any emergencies or any violation of occupational safety regulations;
■ to regularly improve their occupational safety knowledge;
■ to follow the orders and advice of employers, supervisors and experts on occupational safety. -
Article 227 - Employee Rights to Occupational Safety Information
Employees shall have the right to demand information about occupational safety in their workplaces, about the necessary occupational safety material which they should be given based on working conditions, and about concessions and guarantees. Employers shall be obliged to satisfy these requirements.
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.
