Domestic Helper Accused of Faking Illness to Abuse Sick Leave

In a recent Facebook post, Hong Kong netizen Rainbow Tsang detailed a troubling experience with her foreign domestic helper. Tsang revealed that the helper claimed to have worked for two families simultaneously, caring for two sets of children and performing basic cooking tasks. However, Tsang soon noticed a decline in the helper's work performance and behavior.

According to Tsang, the issues began about two weeks after the helper's arrival on April 9th. The helper frequently visited the restroom, spending around five minutes each time. Tsang also noticed that the helper often neglected her duties, refusing to cook or follow instructions, while constantly reminiscing about her previous employment. Additionally, Tsang discovered that the helper would frequently leave the residence without washing her dishes or herself after visiting her nearby grandparents.

Concerns escalated when the helper feigned illness and requested Tsang to call an ambulance. The helper managed to secure four days of sick leave and freely came and went during this period. Tsang later discovered a Facebook page belonging to the helper, where she found posts showcasing questionable behavior, such as wearing inappropriate attire at home and disregarding basic hygiene practices.

Despite Tsang's attempts to address the issues with the employment agency, the situation did not improve. The helper's behavior negatively impacted Tsang's children, affecting their studies and causing tardiness. Frustrated, Tsang eventually decided to terminate the employment contract and requested compensation for the remaining month's salary.

This incident serves as a reminder for employers to be cautious during the hiring process and maintain open communication with domestic helpers. It highlights the importance of thorough screening and regular monitoring of helpers' conduct to ensure a safe and conducive environment for all parties involved.

家庭傭工假病 濫用病假引發網民關注

最近,香港網民Rainbow Tsang在一個本地Facebook群組中詳細描述了她與家庭傭工之間的令人不安的經歷。Tsang透露,該傭工聲稱同時為兩個家庭工作,照顧兩組孩子並進行簡單的烹飪任務。然而,Tsang很快就注意到傭工的表現和行為出現下降。

據Tsang透露,問題始於4月9日傭工抵達約兩週後。傭工經常去洗手間,每次約5分鐘。Tsang還注意到,傭工常常忽視自己的職責,拒絕烹飪或遵循指示,同時不停回憶她以前的工作。此外,Tsang發現傭工會經常在沒有洗碗或洗澡的情況下離開住所,去探望附近的祖父母。

情況升級時,傭工假裝生病並要求Tsang叫救護車。傭工設法獲得了4天的病假,並在此期間自由來往。Tsang後來發現了該傭工的Facebook頁面,在那裡找到了一些展示其可疑行為的帖子,例如在家穿著不合適的服裝和忽視基本衛生習慣。

儘管Tsang嘗試與僱傭公司溝通以解決問題,但情況並未好轉。傭工的行為對Tsang的孩子產生了負面影響,影響了他們的學習,並導致遲到。感到沮喪的Tsang最終決定終止僱傭合約,並要求賠償剩餘一個月的工資。

這一事件提醒僱主在招聘過程中要謹慎,並與家庭傭工保持開放的溝通。它突出了徹底篩選和定期監控傭工行為的重要性,以確保所有相關方的安全和良好環境。