Hong Kong has 17 public holidays, including traditional Chinese and Western events. 13 statutory holidays are mandatory for employers to provide. National Day (1 October) and Special Administrative Region Establishment Day (1 July) are important
1908 strikes led to temporary "Tatil-i Eşgaal Kanunu" prohibiting layoffs and strikes. Permanent "Tatil-i Eşgaal Kanunu" banned unions in public service sector. Labor unions legal since 1947, requiring 10% employee representation
Labour laws emerged during the Industrial Revolution in England. First major labour legislation passed in 1802 in the UK. Early laws focused on limiting child labor and working hours. By 1872, comprehensive regulations were established for all industries
BSCI is a business social compliance initiative developed by Foreign Trade Association. System based on ILO labor standards and aims to improve supply chain social performance. Created in 2003, implemented worldwide since 2004. Sustainability added in 2011 with stronger organizational structure
Act regulates working conditions and rights of employers and employees. Establishment includes all premises and facilities used for production. Employer's representative acts on behalf of employer, directly liable. Principal employer-subcontractor relationship requires joint liability
OSH Act covers most private sector employers in all US states and territories. Federal government employees are covered under separate program. State and local government workers covered through approved state plans. Self-employed and certain industries not covered