The Government of Goa, vide Notification No. 26/36/2026/LAB/220, has issued the draft notification of the Goa Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Labour) Rules, 2026. The proposed rules aim to strengthen workplace safety standards, regulate employee health and welfare measures, and improve working conditions across establishments covered under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions framework. The draft notification is expected to streamline compliance requirements for employers while enhancing occupational safety protections for workers across industries. Employers, HR professionals, contractors, and industry stakeholders are encouraged to review the draft provisions carefully and submit suggestions or objections within the prescribed timeline mentioned in the notification.