Mandatory rest periods of 15 minutes per hour apply to all outdoor workers between 12:00 and 16:00 during the summer months (May–September). Supervisors must log daily compliance and ensure shaded rest areas and potable water are available at all work stations.

This procedure applies to all Nass Corporation personnel, contractors, and visitors engaged in activities covered by HSE-OP-014. It is mandatory and forms part of the Nass Corporation Integrated Management System.

• Division Director. Ensures the procedure is implemented, resourced, and reviewed annually.
• Line Manager / Supervisor. Briefs the team on requirements, monitors compliance daily, and escalates deviations.
• HSE / HR / Function Owner. Maintains the procedure, delivers training, and audits compliance quarterly.
• All Employees. Follow this procedure in full, raise questions to their supervisor, and report any deviations.

1. 1Confirm this is the current controlled version by checking the Effective Date and Version header before starting work.
2. 2Review the task-specific Risk Assessment / Method Statement together with this procedure.
3. 3Prepare all required PPE, equipment, permits, and documentation before commencing.
4. 4Execute the task in accordance with the requirements set out in the Purpose section above.
5. 5Record any deviations, incidents, or near-misses in the site logbook and notify the responsible manager immediately.
6. 6On completion, sign-off the work record and file supporting documentation as required.

• Nass Corporation Integrated Management System Manual (IMS-MAN-001)
• Bahrain Labour Law and applicable regulatory requirements
• Site-specific Risk Assessment linked to HSE-OP-014