For many Hong Kong employers, one of the biggest concerns when hiring a foreign domestic helper is: What if she gets injured at work? According to the Employees’ Compensation Ordinance (ECO), employers must take legal responsibility, while helpers are entitled to protection.

This article answers some of the most frequently asked questions and explains how domestic helper insurance can provide extra support in different situations.

Many employers in Hong Kong know that the Employees’ Compensation Ordinance protects foreign domestic helpers if they get injured at work. If the injury is serious and affects future income, the helper needs an “loss of earning capacity assessment.” This step decides the compensation amount, so both employers and helpers should understand the process, possible issues, and how insurance can help.

There are over 370,000 foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong who help families with daily chores and care duties. But what happens if your helper gets injured at work? As an employer, you are legally responsible under the Employees’ Compensation Ordinance (Cap. 282) to provide compensation.

In this Part 3 of our Work Injury Guide, we’ll explain how compensation is calculated, including for death, permanent or temporary disability, and medical costs. We’ll also share real examples to help you understand your responsibilities.

Foreign domestic helpers work hard every day to take care of families. If a work injury happens, it doesn’t just affect their health, it can also bring legal and financial pressure for employers. In our previous article, we explained that under the Employees' Compensation Ordinance, employers are responsible for handling compensation. This time, let’s talk about what to do if your helper is really injured and needs to claim compensation.

Foreign domestic helpers play an important role in many Hong Kong households, helping with cooking, cleaning, childcare, and elderly care. But what happens if your helper gets injured at work or suffers from a work-related illness? As an employer, do you know what your legal responsibilities are?

This article explains the basic rules under the Employees’ Compensation Ordinance, so you can handle work injury cases properly and avoid legal or financial risks.