The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has formulated guidelines that indicate points to be noted when signing contracts, such as capping daily working hours at eight hours, as problems have arisen regarding so-called housekeepers, including their working hours and work content. Did.
A study by a research institute has revealed that domestic workers who have direct contracts with families are not subject to the Labor Standards Act, and face problems such as being ordered to do work outside the scope of their contracts or having their contracts suddenly terminated. It has become.
For this reason, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has established guidelines that outline precautions for employers when entering into contracts with domestic workers.
It is pointed out
that it is desirable to limit working hours to eight hours a day, and that it is necessary
to check that the amount of remuneration is not so low as to be less than the minimum wage.
Furthermore, in order to prevent problems from occurring, we recommend that conditions such as working hours and remuneration be clearly stated in writing, and provide examples of written contracts.
In addition, it is recommended that when terminating a contract, you discuss things thoroughly and try to proceed smoothly, and that you write in the contract the person who will receive advice and complaints from the housekeeper.
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare says, ``We would like you to take into consideration the contents of the guidelines, discuss the details of your contract thoroughly, and strive to ensure an appropriate working environment.''