Governance
General Labor Inspectorate
The administrative body within the Ministry of Labor responsible for enforcing labor laws through inspections and investigations.
Definition
The General Labor Inspectorate (Dirección Nacional de Inspección) is a key department within the Ministry of Labor and Social Security (MTSS) of Costa Rica. Its primary function is to monitor and ensure compliance with the Labor Code and other labor regulations across all workplaces. This includes conducting proactive inspections, investigating complaints filed by workers regarding violations such as pay discrimination or unfair labor practices, and imposing administrative sanctions or corrective measures when non-compliance is identified. It plays a crucial role in the practical enforcement of labor rights.