By Admin 
The government of Saudi Arabia has implemented new labor rules for workers involved in private homes, farms and animal husbandry. These rules have been approved by Ahmed Al-Rajhi, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development. Its objective is to provide better salary, comfort and safe working environment to the workers. These rules will especially benefit foreign workers, including a large number of Indians.
Leave and rest of workers in new rules
- At least 30 days of paid annual leave will be available every year.
- If the contract ends before the leave, leave money will be paid.
- At least 24 hours of weekly rest is mandatory every week.
- After working continuously for 5 hours, a break of half an hour (for rest and eating) is necessary.
What’s in the new rules on working hours?
- Will have to work maximum 8 hours in a day.
- For overtime, 50% extra of the basic salary will be paid.
What are the rules for employers?
- Children under 21 years of age cannot be employed.
- Workers cannot be made to do work outside their contract or profession.
- They cannot be forced to do personal work for someone else or for the employer.
- If the place of residence is far from the place of work, then food or allowance and transportation for transportation will be provided by the employer.
- The employer cannot charge the worker for visa, residence permit or related fees.
- The employer cannot retain the workers’ passports or personal belongings.
- If the worker dies, the employer will bear the expenses of the funeral or sending the body home.
- A probation period of 90 days is allowed, in which either party can terminate the contract without compensation.
What are the responsibilities of employees under the new rules?
Must follow work schedule, work diligently and protect confidential information. These new rules will strengthen the professional and safe relationship between workers and employers. Lakhs of Indian workers work in these sectors in Saudi Arabia, so they will get direct benefits. The government says that these changes will improve working conditions and bring fairness.