Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing has issued updated guidelines for the construction sector, which the government has deemed essential, even during emergencies. Construction activities are only permitted where there is a standard and accessible protected space, and work must stop immediately upon receiving an alert. The ministry also instructed to minimize workforce presence to essential activities only. A clear operational separation is enforced between construction sites and crane operators, with specific procedures tailored to their work. Supporting factories and services must also comply with these guidelines, reducing non-essential activities and ensuring access to protected spaces. The entire production chain, including renovation contractors, is included in the definition of the essential sector. Site managers and contractors are responsible for implementing these guidelines, with potential sanctions for non-compliance. The ministry will update the public and sector stakeholders immediately if there are changes to the guidelines.
