Protecção dos trabalhadores domésticos contra abusos, violência e assédio no local de trabalho

Abstract

Domestic work is family work, which consists of intimate activities, carried out in private spaces, in physical proximity to employers. Abuse, violence and harassment in domestic work are issues that frequently occur within the domestic environment, domestic workers are the category that suffers most from this type of evil. Domestic work is often seen as less important and is often poorly regulated, creating an environment conducive to exploitation as workers have fewer legal protections and face challenges in reporting abuse. It is clear that a lack of awareness about the rights of domestic workers can perpetuate the idea that they do not have the same rights and protections as other workers. Education for both employers and workers is essential to combat abuse, harassment and any type of violation in the workplace. It is crucial that there are laws or mechanisms that protect domestic workers against abuse, rape and harassment, considering that this is the class of workers most vulnerable to these situations. Considering that abuse, rape and harassment are issues that frequently occur within the domestic environment, this paper intends to demonstrate the limitations existing in the Domestic Work Regulation, Decree No. 40/2008 of 26 November (BR No. 48, I series, of 26 November 2008), as well as in other labor legislation regarding the protection of domestic workers against abuse, rape and harassment in the workplace.(TRADUÇÃO NOSSA)