Employment Law in China

There are three types of working hour systems in China. They are the standard working hours system,  the irregular working hours system and the comprehensive working hours system.  The standard working hours system is the principle system, which widely applies to enterprises and institutions. The other two systems are applicable to special working areas  and particular work positions.

1. Standard Working Time System: Workers  shall not work  more than 8 hours  a  day and shall not work more than 40 hours a week;  workers have at least one day off per week. CONTINUE READING…