Rule 2: Definitions
Reviewed by Finin2min Editorial Desk · Last reviewed 30 August 2026
Rule 2 — Defines the statutory expression(s) covered by definitions for use across the Code/Rules. Key operative text: (2) The words and expressions used in these rules and are not defined therein, but are defined in the Code, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Code.
Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026 were finally notified under G.S.R. 345(E), 8 May 2026. The Central Rules must be read with the Code and any later amendment/corrigendum.
Finin2min analysis — operative rule mechanics
Operative clauses
- (2) The words and expressions used in these rules and are not defined therein, but are defined in the Code, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Code.
Provisos / explanations
- No proviso/explanation was separately extracted from this rule.
Thresholds & timelines
- No explicit day/month/year/hour/percentage/rupee expression was detected in this rule text.
Full notified text — Rule 2
2. Definitions. - (1) In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires, -
(a) “Code” means the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (37 of
2020);
(b) “FORM” means FORMS annexed in Annexure VII to these rules;
(c) “Officer in charge of canteen” means the person (other than manager) appointed by the employer for
securing compliance with the provision in respect of canteen under the code.
(d) “Annexure” means list annexed to these rules;
(2) The words and expressions used in these rules and are not defined therein, but are defined in the
Code, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Code.
CHAPTER II
REGISTRATIONApplication and evidence
- Primary statutory test — (2) The words and expressions used in these rules and are not defined therein, but are defined in the Code, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Code.
- Code Section mapping — 1, 2. Read the mapped provision together with this text rather than treating the concordance as a substitute for it.
- Evidence file — retain facts and records proving the role/status of: Employer.
Cross-references & prescribed forms
Worked example
If another provision uses the expression addressed by definitions, apply the statutory definition before applying a payroll/HR label. Document which limb of the definition is met and any exclusion, proviso or notified condition. Reconcile the mapped Code Section(s) 1, 2.
Illustrative only. Use the exact notified rule, prescribed form and competent authority.
Q&A — Rule 2
What is Rule 2 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026?
Rule 2 — Defines the statutory expression(s) covered by definitions for use across the Code/Rules. Key operative text: (2) The words and expressions used in these rules and are not defined therein, but are defined in the Code, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Code.
What does Rule 2 require or permit?
A principal operative clause extracted from the notified rule is: “(2) The words and expressions used in these rules and are not defined therein, but are defined in the Code, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Code.” Read it with all sub-rules and provisos below.
Does Rule 2 contain a proviso or explanation?
No standalone proviso or explanation was extracted from this rule text. Check the complete rule below for clause-level conditions.
What deadline, period, percentage or amount appears in Rule 2?
No explicit day/month/year/hour/percentage/rupee expression was detected in this rule text.
Which Code sections are linked to Rule 2?
The current concordance maps Rule 2 to Section(s) 1, 2.
When did Rule 2 come into force?
The final Central Rules were notified as G.S.R. 345(E), 8 May 2026; Rule 1 states that the Rules come into force on publication. Check any later amendment or corrigendum before reliance.