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Working hours and the regulations in Korea
1Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
|November 6, 2023
Summary
South Korea prioritizes working hour regulations due to long annual hours. While exceeding 52 hours weekly decreased, vulnerable workers in small businesses need protection.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Labor Economics
- Sociology
Background:
- South Korea faces challenges with long working hours compared to other OECD countries.
- Despite regulations, a significant percentage of workers still exceed standard weekly hours.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze trends in weekly working hours in South Korea from 2006 to 2020.
- To identify disparities in working hour violations based on worker and workplace characteristics.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of Working Conditions Surveys data from 2006 to 2020.
- Statistical examination of factors influencing exceeding the 52-hour weekly limit.
Main Results:
- The proportion of wage earners working over 52 hours weekly declined over time, reaching 6% in 2020.
- Significant disparities were observed based on age, industry, occupation, company type, and size.
- Workers in service, arts, and culture occupations, and companies with fewer than 5 employees, showed higher rates of exceeding working hour limits.
Conclusions:
- While overall working hours are decreasing, specific vulnerable groups require targeted interventions.
- Strengthening protections for workers in small enterprises is crucial for ensuring healthy working conditions.
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