HR Ministry stresses need to comply with provisions of updated regulation for house workers
RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) emphasized the importance of adhering to the updated regulation for domestic workers and those in their position, which came into effect recently, in order to enhance an attractive work environment and safeguard the rights of all parties. The regulation was updated to regulate the contractual relationship between employers and domestic workers in a way that ensures reducing disputes and enhancing job stability.
The ministry noted that the updated regulation sheds light on giving more clarifications on the contractual relationship, by defining the obligations and rights of both the employer and the domestic worker, and determining working hours and rest periods. It cites specifically the circumstances under in which the contract can be terminated or annulled, with the aim of facilitating contractual and judicial procedures in the event of any dispute.
The amendments made in the regulation included adding new definitions and provisions that contribute to reducing disputes and ensuring justice in litigation, while the regulation stipulated penalties and fines that will be applied in the event of a breach of the specified regulations. This is in a way ensuring that all parties adhere to the directives and organizing laws, while taking into account the careful balance between rights and duties.
It is noteworthy that the MHRAD launched the National Platform for Domestic Worker Services in the Kingdom (Musaned) as its official platform for household services and home employment program. Musaned is one of the initiatives of the ministry to develop the recruitment sector in the Kingdom.
Musaned provides multiple services to improve and facilitate the recruitment journey, and to resolve complaints and disputes that may occur between the contracting parties, in addition to protecting their rights. The platform spells out the rights and duties of the worker and the employer.
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