Revised employment law aims to uproot 'gapjil' at workplace
- 5 years ago
'직장 내 괴롭힘 금지법' 내일부터 시행
Some new changes are set to take place... in workplaces around the country.
"Gapjil",... which refers to harassment and power abuse by superiors over their employees,... will now be punishable by law.
Starting Tuesday, a revised employment law will take effect... to punish those who give out orders beyond the boundaries of their job description... such as running personal errands.
The law also applies to employees who engage in gender discrimination,... such as forcing only female workers to serve as receptionists,... or male workers to carry out office chores.
Employees suffering from high levels of stress due to "gapjil"... will be covered by employment insurance to treat their ailment.
Some new changes are set to take place... in workplaces around the country.
"Gapjil",... which refers to harassment and power abuse by superiors over their employees,... will now be punishable by law.
Starting Tuesday, a revised employment law will take effect... to punish those who give out orders beyond the boundaries of their job description... such as running personal errands.
The law also applies to employees who engage in gender discrimination,... such as forcing only female workers to serve as receptionists,... or male workers to carry out office chores.
Employees suffering from high levels of stress due to "gapjil"... will be covered by employment insurance to treat their ailment.