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SHAMS Health and Safety Regulations 2017

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SHAMS Health and Safety Regulations 2017

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  1. HS Regs 5.1-5.2General

    All persons, including contractors and developers, in the Free Zone must comply with Health and Safety Regulations at all times.

  2. HS Regs 5.3General

    Sharjah Media City companies must register with the Occupational Safety and Health Sharjah system to comply with health and safety regulations.

  3. HS Regs 6.2Emergencies

    Licensees must provide the Authority with contact details for a General Manager available for health and safety emergencies.

  4. HS Regs 6.3, 6.5Accidents

    Visitants must report accidents causing injury or property damage to the Authority within 24 hours and provide required information.

  5. HS Regs 7.2-7.3Workplace safety

    Licensees must ensure workplace safety, provide access, and maintain valid insurance for employees and guests.

  6. HS Regs 8.2-8.3Environment and waste

    Licensees cannot dispose of harmful waste without authority permission and must adhere to waste management protocols.

  7. HS Regs 8.4-8.5Hazardous materials

    Hazardous materials cannot be produced, used, or transported in the Free Zone without written permission and compliance with regulatory conditions.

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