Ministry: There are rules to employing foreign maids

For better conditions: Riot sharing pointers at the launch of the guidelines with ILO technical specialist on vulnerable workers and domestic work coordinator Claire Hobden looking on.

PUTRAJAYA: Foreign domestic helpers are not allowed to assist in their employer’s business or commercial activities, or help out at a relative’s house.

They must also be given a day off to ensure the domestic helper stays healthy, both physically and mentally, to be able to carry out tasks assigned.