Thai Ministry of Labour Proposes New Standards for Film and Television Production
The Ministry of Labour is drafting new regulations to improve working conditions in the Thai entertainment industry, focusing on working hours and payment security.
According to a report by Prachachat Business, the Thai Ministry of Labour is currently discussing a new set of standards aimed at enhancing safety and labor protections for those working on film, series, and television sets. The proposed 'Creative Labor Standards' seek to address long-standing industry issues, specifically regarding excessive working hours and unpaid wages.
Key provisions in the draft include limiting maximum daily working hours to 14 hours and mandating a rest period of at least 12 hours between shifts. Furthermore, the proposal aims to strengthen protections for employment contracts, ensure timely compensation, and establish specific safeguards for child actors, as well as regulations regarding the usage rights of their images.
For residents and those involved in the local creative sector, these changes could signify a major shift toward professionalizing the industry and improving the welfare of production crews and performers. For travelers or expatriates interested in the Thai media landscape, these developments highlight an ongoing effort to align local production practices with international labor standards. It remains to be confirmed when these standards will be officially enacted, the specific enforcement mechanisms that will be utilized, and how production companies will adapt their current scheduling practices to comply with these proposed time limits.
