Regulatory Norm 01 brings new obligations for employers

26 March 2026 1 min read

By Juliana Nunes

At a glance

  • Regulatory Norm No 1 will come into effect in May 2026.
  • 'Psycho-social factors' are covered as an area of potential risk.
  • Companies have until May 2026 to update their Risk Management Programme. 

Health and Safety Normative Resolution No 1 requires companies to implement measures to prevent and manage occupational risks in the workplace through a mandatory health and safety document known as the Risk Management Programme (PGR). 

Among the physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and accident risks, psychosocial factors are included. This means that companies must identify possible elements that may affect employees’ mental health, monitor those situations, and mitigate the risks associated with mental illnesses.

Companies have until May 2026 to update their PGRs to comply with this resolution.