The "Guide to the Cambodian Labour Law for the Garment Industry" (often referred to in 2014/2015 revisions) is a key publication by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and Better Factories Cambodia (BFC). It translates the complex 1997 Labour Law and its amendments into practical, plain language for employers, unions, and workers.
Health and Safety: Employers are legally obligated to maintain a clean and safe working environment, providing necessary protective equipment and medical facilities depending on the size of the workforce. Cambodian-labour-law-guide-english-2014
Under Cambodian law, employment contracts must be in writing and signed by both the employer and the employee. The contract must include the following information: The "Guide to the Cambodian Labour Law for
Weekly Rest: Minimum 1 full day of rest after 6 consecutive workdays (usually Sunday). Work on rest day is voluntary or due to urgent circumstances. Under Cambodian law, employment contracts must be in
Sick Leave: While the law mandates sick leave, specific duration and pay are often defined in a company's Internal Regulations. Usually, it involves 100% pay for the first month, 60% for the second, and 40% for the third.
The standard working week in Cambodia is 48 hours, with a maximum of 10 hours per day. Overtime is permitted, but employers must pay employees at least 150% of their normal wage rate for overtime work.
Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA):