Saudi Arabia: Extension of Working Hours in Violation of Contract
Procedure for Reporting Extension of Employee Working Hours in Violation of Work Contract in Saudi Arabia
Extension of Working Hours
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) in Saudi Arabia has clarified the procedure for reporting the compulsory extension of working hours in violation of the work contract signed by the employee.
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This is in response to a question received on the Ministry’s Care for Beneficiaries account, in which a security guard of a company said that he was forced to extend his work hours to 12 hours per day, while the contract signed between him and company was only 8 hours.
Reporting Violations of the Labour Law
The MHRSD has stated that the worker in such cases can submit a report of violation of the Labour Law through a unified application of the MHRSD.
The report can be submitted through the following links provided by the Ministry.
The Ministry emphasized that it is important for workers to report any violations of the labour law, as this is a serious matter and must be addressed in order to ensure that workers’ rights are protected.
What to Include in the Report of Extension of Working Hours
When submitting a report of a violation of the labour law, it is important to include all relevant information, such as the name of the company, the name of the employee, the specific violation that has occurred, and any supporting evidence, such as the original work contract signed between the employee and the company.
The Ministry also stated that it would take necessary action against companies that are found to be in violation of the labour law and would work to ensure that the rights of workers are protected.
Conclusion
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) in Saudi Arabia has clarified the procedure for reporting the compulsory extension of working hours in violation of the work contract signed by the employee.
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Workers can submit a report of violation of the Labour Law through a unified application of the MHRSD, provided by the Ministry.
It is important for workers to report any violations of the labour law as it is a serious matter and must be addressed in order to ensure that workers’ rights are protected.
