ENSURING A HEALTHY AND SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT: A LEGAL ANALYSIS OF LABOUR LAWS IN THE PROTECTION OF WORKERS’ RIGHTS INNDONESIA
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https://doi.org/10.18623/rvd.v22.n5.3876Keywords:
Workers’ Rights, Work Environment, Labour Law, Worker Protection, Occupational SafetyAbstract
This study examines workers’ rights to a conducive environment under Indonesian labour law. Workers play a crucial role in the economy and are entitled to an environment that fosters their physical and psychological well-being. The 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia stipulates that every citizen is entitled to work and to a decent life, which encompasses the right to a healthy, safe, and comfortable working environment. This study’s findings demonstrate that multiple regulations govern the safeguarding of workers’ rights to a favorable working environment, notably Law No. 13 of 2003 on Manpower, which addresses various employment facets, including occupational safety, health, and social security. Nonetheless, the execution and oversight of these regulations continue to encounter challenges. The disparity in power dynamics between employers and employees, coupled with insufficient legal knowledge among both parties, constitutes the primary obstacle to establishing an ideal working environment. Consequently, additional initiatives are required from the government to enhance oversight and enforcement of laws, as well as to elevate legal awareness among both workers and employers. Understanding rights and obligations in labor relations is crucial for fostering a productive, safe, and equitable working environment, thereby contributing to sustainable social and economic development in Indonesia.
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