MOM steps in to remove maid from employer's home
Women allegedly have been sleeping in backyard of employer's home since July
A maid who alleged she was mistreated at her employer's Bukit Timah home has been taken away by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), which is investigating her claims.
Another maid who works for the household has also been removed, MOM said yesterday.
The first woman told citizen journalism website Stomp last Tuesday that she and the other maid had been sleeping in the backyard of her employer's home in Sian Tian Avenue since July 31.
According to the maid, her employer had said their bedrooms were not ready.
The 40-year-old, who said she was employed in June, said the family had just moved into their new home.
She also made several complaints against her employer regarding her duties, work hours, food allowances and doctor visits.
In response to queries, MOM said its officers immediately inspected the household to verify the claims made by the maid, after it was alerted to the case by Stomp. Investigations are ongoing, the ministry said.
"MOM has also removed the two foreign domestic workers from the household," it added.
In its statement, MOM said maids who face issues with their employment should raise the matter with their employer.
If they are unable to reach a resolution, the maid should report the matter to MOM on 6438-5122.
She can also contact the Centre for Domestic Employees on 1800-2255-233 for help.
Those who have information on foreign domestic worker infringements can also file a report with MOM.
All information received will be kept strictly confidential, MOM said.
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