Women’s Night Shift Rules Under New Labour Codes: Is Written Consent Enough?

“The employee has agreed to work at night. We have her signed consent. Can we now put her on the roster?” For HR teams managing late shifts, this is a practical question. Written consent is essential, but it does not complete the employer’s compliance obligations. The workplace and transport arrangements must also meet the applicable legal requirements. What does the OSH Code say about women working at night? Section…