First, the history of the eight-hour work system
The eight-hour work system originated in the United States at the end of 19. At that time, some workers' organizations put forward the requirement of working 8 hours a day to improve workers' working conditions. On May 1886 and 1 day, Chicago workers went on strike and demanded an 8-hour working day. Although the strike ended in failure, it became the starting point of International Labor Day, and gradually promoted the eight-hour working system around the world.
Second, the significance of the eight-hour work system
Safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of workers
Eight-hour working system is the guarantee of workers' labor rights and interests. By stipulating working hours, we can avoid excessive labor and exploitation and ensure the physical and mental health of workers.
Improve production efficiency
Reasonable working hours can make workers concentrate more on their work, improve production efficiency and reduce labor costs.
Promote social equality
Implementing the eight-hour working system can narrow the class gap between workers and employers and promote social equality and harmony.
Three, the status quo of the eight-hour working system
At present, many countries have implemented the eight-hour work system and written it into law. For example, the European Union stipulates that working hours should not exceed 48 hours per week and 8 hours per day. In China, an 8-hour working day is also stipulated.
However, in practice, some companies and employers still have problems such as overtime work, which requires supervision and law enforcement by relevant departments.
Four, the prospect of the eight-hour working system
With the development of science and technology and industry, the way of working in the future may change. For example, the popularity of technologies such as driverless and intelligent manufacturing may make working hours more flexible and free.
However, the core value of the eight-hour working system is still to protect workers' labor rights and promote social fairness and harmony. The future work system should be designed and formulated around this core value.