Bahrain Concludes Summer Midday Work Ban to Protect Workers

The Ministry of Labour announced today the conclusion of the implementation period for Ministerial Decision No. (3) of 2013, amended by Decision No. (11) of 2025, which prohibits outdoor work under the sun from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This year, the regulation was enforced from June 15 to September 15, 2025.

In this regard, H.E. Mr. Yousif bin Abdulhussain Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Minister of Labour, emphasized Bahrain’s commitment to promoting safe and healthy work practices by continuously developing labour legislation in line with international labour standards. He noted that the midday work ban period was extended this year from two months to three, as part of ongoing efforts to protect workers from the high heat and humidity characteristic of the summer months.

Minister Khalaf highlighted that the Ministry conducted intensive inspection campaigns to monitor compliance with the decision. A total of 35,050 inspection visits were carried out, during which 10 establishments were found in violation, involving 18 workers. Overall, compliance by establishments this year reached 99.97%.

He praised employers for their cooperation and adherence to the decision, noting its humanitarian importance in providing a safe working environment, protecting workers’ health, and preventing heat-related injuries, heatstroke, and other summer illnesses.

Alongside enforcement, the Ministry organized awareness and guidance campaigns on sun safety, including educational workshops with occupational safety officers and supervisors from the private sector. These initiatives aimed to educate workers on preventive measures against heat stress, heatstroke, and other summer-related health risks. Additionally, the Ministry maintained a dedicated hotline to receive reports or complaints from the public regarding any violations observed during the work ban period.