{"id":12515,"date":"2020-09-28T07:53:32","date_gmt":"2020-09-27T23:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/job-duties\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T02:35:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T18:35:18","slug":"job-duties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Jobs a Maid Is Allowed to Do in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"684\">Foreign domestic workers (FDWs) play an essential role in many households across Singapore\u2014helping with childcare, elderly care, and daily household tasks. However, it is important for employers to understand that FDWs can only perform specific types of work under Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Common_Allowed_Duties\" >Common Allowed Duties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Can_a_Maid_Wash_a_Car_or_Do_Gardening\" >Can a Maid Wash a Car or Do Gardening?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#What_Jobs_Are_NOT_Allowed\" >What Jobs Are NOT Allowed?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Prohibited_Activities\" >Prohibited Activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Real-Life_Example\" >Real-Life Example<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#MOM_Rules_on_FDW_Employment_Scope\" >MOM Rules on FDW Employment Scope<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Employer_Responsibilities_and_Penalties\" >Employer Responsibilities and Penalties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Key_Responsibilities\" >Key Responsibilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Penalties_for_Non-Compliance\" >Penalties for Non-Compliance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Ensure_Open_Communication\" >Ensure Open Communication<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#What_You_Should_Do\" >What You Should Do<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Include_Duties_in_a_Written_Agreement\" >Include Duties in a Written Agreement<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Best_Practices_for_Managing_Duties\" >Best Practices for Managing Duties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Support_Skill_Development\" >Support Skill Development<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/job-duties\/#You_might_also_be_interested_in\" >You might also be interested in:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"761\">So what exactly is a domestic helper allowed to do\u2014and what is not allowed?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"882\">This guide explains the allowed duties, prohibited work, and employer responsibilities, based on updated <strong>MOM rules.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"882\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/House-Rules-for-Domestic-Helpers.png\" alt=\"House rules for domestic helpers\" width=\"800\" height=\"550\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"6lkegu\" data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1150\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Jobs_Can_a_Maid_Do_in_Singapore\"><\/span>What Jobs Can a Maid Do in Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1309\">Under MOM guidelines, a domestic helper is allowed to perform <strong data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1254\">household and caregiving duties only<\/strong>, for the employer and within the employer\u2019s residence.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"mcu0fd\" data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1341\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Allowed_Duties\"><\/span>Common Allowed Duties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1390\">Foreign domestic workers can typically perform:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1596\">\n<li data-section-id=\"wjdvrk\" data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1414\">\n<p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1414\">Cleaning the house<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nbwk1q\" data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1446\">\n<p data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1446\">Washing and ironing clothes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14t7ufq\" data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1464\">\n<p data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1464\">Cooking meals<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pq5f1y\" data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1507\">\n<p data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1507\">Grocery shopping and household errands<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1oydv6h\" data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1535\">\n<p data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1535\">Taking care of children<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"v780gp\" data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1573\">\n<p data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1573\">Caring for elderly family members<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1mjd9uh\" data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1596\">\n<p data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1596\">Looking after pets<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1678\">These duties must be related to the employer\u2019s household and family members.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1gj83s4\" data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1727\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_Maid_Wash_a_Car_or_Do_Gardening\"><\/span>Can a Maid Wash a Car or Do Gardening?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1796\">\ud83d\udc49 This is a common question\u2014and the answer requires clarification.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1825\">Under current MOM guidance:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1895\">\u2714 <strong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1880\">Car washing and simple gardening may be allowed<\/strong><br data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1883\" \/><strong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1895\">ONLY IF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"2027\">\n<li data-section-id=\"c8flv3\" data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1938\">\n<p data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1938\">It is for the employer\u2019s own household<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"12flh6c\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1968\">\n<p data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1968\">It is safe to perform<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"7zflzx\" data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2027\">\n<p data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2027\">It does not involve hazardous or commercial activity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2046\">\u274c Not allowed if:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2163\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1oa01sk\" data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2070\">\n<p data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2070\">Done for a business<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8tuq8j\" data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2101\">\n<p data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2101\">Done for another household<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"dgidfj\" data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2163\">\n<p data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2163\">Involves unsafe conditions (e.g. climbing, heavy equipment)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"sjp5sv\" data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2199\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Jobs_Are_NOT_Allowed\"><\/span>What Jobs Are NOT Allowed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2281\">MOM strictly prohibits FDWs from performing non-domestic or commercial work.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1hh30qn\" data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2313\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prohibited_Activities\"><\/span>Prohibited Activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2351\">A domestic helper is NOT allowed to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2594\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1jipmze\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2399\">\n<p data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2399\">Work for another employer (even part-time)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1njdohe\" data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2441\">\n<p data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2441\">Work in a shop, office, or food stall<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"tnbz3g\" data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2499\">\n<p data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2499\">Help run a business (including home-based businesses)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"18exzrr\" data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2542\">\n<p data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2542\">Perform duties outside household scope<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"wh7zvf\" data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2594\">\n<p data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2594\">Take up freelance or paid work during rest days<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1vvfdy7\" data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2622\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real-Life_Example\"><\/span>Real-Life Example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2624\" data-end=\"2677\">Employers have been penalised for illegal deployment.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2691\">In one case:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2791\">\n<li data-section-id=\"imjf7a\" data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2740\">\n<p data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2740\">A helper was asked to assist at a food stall<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yu1iqu\" data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2791\">\n<p data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2791\">Employer was fined and security bond forfeited<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1n9dcgp\" data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2834\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MOM_Rules_on_FDW_Employment_Scope\"><\/span>MOM Rules on FDW Employment Scope<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2853\">According to MOM:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"3031\">\n<li data-section-id=\"18aw99g\" data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2912\">\n<p data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2912\">FDWs must work <strong data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2910\">o<\/strong>nly for their sponsoring employer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"80m5z5\" data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2970\">\n<p data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2970\">Work must be limited to domestic household duties<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"snor0g\" data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3031\">\n<p data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3031\">Employment is tied to a specific residential address<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3116\">\u27a1\ufe0f This means:<br \/>\nEven if your helper is willing, you cannot legally allow her to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3194\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1hbnyol\" data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3139\">\n<p data-start=\"3119\" data-end=\"3139\">Work for relatives<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1vbvf22\" data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3164\">\n<p data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3164\">Help in another home<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"15frnlo\" data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3194\">\n<p data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3194\">Earn extra income outside<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1cp5lws\" data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3243\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employer_Responsibilities_and_Penalties\"><\/span>Employer Responsibilities and Penalties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3326\">As an employer, you are responsible for ensuring compliance with MOM regulations.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"164ueu3\" data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3357\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Responsibilities\"><\/span>Key Responsibilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3501\">\n<li data-section-id=\"4hx8hr\" data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3393\">\n<p data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3393\">Assign only allowed duties<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"18r3n0d\" data-start=\"3394\" data-end=\"3436\">\n<p data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3436\">Ensure work is safe and reasonable<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"sbi3dw\" data-start=\"3437\" data-end=\"3470\">\n<p data-start=\"3439\" data-end=\"3470\">Clearly communicate job scope<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"by2km1\" data-start=\"3471\" data-end=\"3501\">\n<p data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3501\">Prevent illegal deployment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"qi0ain\" data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3540\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Penalties_for_Non-Compliance\"><\/span>Penalties for Non-Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3584\">If rules are violated, employers may face:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3705\">\n<li data-section-id=\"17wyb7y\" data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3612\">\n<p data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3612\">Work Permit revocation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ajni0q\" data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3655\">\n<p data-start=\"3615\" data-end=\"3655\">Forfeiture of <strong data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3653\">$5,000 security bond<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1k12oue\" data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3680\">\n<p data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3680\">Ban from hiring FDWs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ps1s1f\" data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3705\">\n<p data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3705\">Fines or prosecution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1re3ax7\" data-start=\"3712\" data-end=\"3740\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ensure_Open_Communication\"><\/span>Ensure Open Communication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3742\" data-end=\"3823\">Clear communication is one of the most effective ways to avoid misunderstandings.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"7tl3m5\" data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3852\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Should_Do\"><\/span>What You Should Do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"4016\">\n<li data-section-id=\"pvndco\" data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3916\">\n<p data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3872\">Explain clearly:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3916\">\n<li data-section-id=\"143euy2\" data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3893\">\n<p data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3893\">Allowed duties<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"4ywdwr\" data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3916\">\n<p data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3916\">Restricted tasks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1fmio7m\" data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3947\">\n<p data-start=\"3919\" data-end=\"3947\">Discuss expectations early<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bkf3by\" data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"4016\">\n<p data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"3975\">Encourage your helper to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3978\" data-end=\"4016\">\n<li data-section-id=\"6vpvxo\" data-start=\"3978\" data-end=\"3995\">\n<p data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"3995\">Ask questions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1jjj5sf\" data-start=\"3998\" data-end=\"4016\">\n<p data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4016\">Raise concerns<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"lkbbtz\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4064\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Include_Duties_in_a_Written_Agreement\"><\/span>Include Duties in a Written Agreement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4066\" data-end=\"4122\">Although not mandatory, it is best practice to document:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4124\" data-end=\"4175\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1rinehb\" data-start=\"4124\" data-end=\"4139\">\n<p data-start=\"4126\" data-end=\"4139\">Daily tasks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bbfagy\" data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4160\">\n<p data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4160\">Responsibilities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"dvw1au\" data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4175\">\n<p data-start=\"4163\" data-end=\"4175\">Boundaries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4177\" data-end=\"4229\">This protects both:<br \/>\n\u2714 Employer<br data-start=\"4207\" data-end=\"4210\" \/>\u2714 Domestic helper<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"fpz7l4\" data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4273\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_for_Managing_Duties\"><\/span>Best Practices for Managing Duties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4275\" data-end=\"4330\">To build a positive and compliant working relationship:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4332\" data-end=\"4469\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1v7w0ki\" data-start=\"4332\" data-end=\"4370\">\n<p data-start=\"4334\" data-end=\"4370\">Create a <strong data-start=\"4343\" data-end=\"4368\">clear daily task list<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tklfp\" data-start=\"4371\" data-end=\"4401\">\n<p data-start=\"4373\" data-end=\"4401\">Set realistic expectations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"12cd90i\" data-start=\"4402\" data-end=\"4435\">\n<p data-start=\"4404\" data-end=\"4435\">Avoid overloading your helper<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kj34kf\" data-start=\"4436\" data-end=\"4469\">\n<p data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4469\">Ensure proper rest and safety<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"15ie9e3\" data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4505\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_Skill_Development\"><\/span>Support Skill Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4507\" data-end=\"4545\">Employers can also support helpers by:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4546\" data-end=\"4637\">\n<li data-section-id=\"14azua9\" data-start=\"4546\" data-end=\"4637\">\n<p data-start=\"4548\" data-end=\"4566\">Enrolling them in:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4569\" data-end=\"4637\">\n<li data-section-id=\"k554c8\" data-start=\"4569\" data-end=\"4588\">\n<p data-start=\"4571\" data-end=\"4588\">Cooking classes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1muer8l\" data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4614\">\n<p data-start=\"4593\" data-end=\"4614\">Caregiving training<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ketpuc\" data-start=\"4617\" data-end=\"4637\">\n<p data-start=\"4619\" data-end=\"4637\">Language courses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4639\" data-end=\"4653\">This improves:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4654\" data-end=\"4712\">\n<li data-section-id=\"b3usqs\" data-start=\"4654\" data-end=\"4670\">\n<p data-start=\"4656\" data-end=\"4670\">Work quality<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"yojgng\" data-start=\"4671\" data-end=\"4685\">\n<p data-start=\"4673\" data-end=\"4685\">Confidence<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nch3gl\" data-start=\"4686\" data-end=\"4712\">\n<p data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"4712\">Long-term relationship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"114wazr\" data-start=\"4719\" data-end=\"4736\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4738\" data-end=\"4866\">Domestic helpers play an important role in supporting families\u2014but their work must stay within legal and ethical boundaries.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4868\" data-end=\"4944\">By understanding what is:<br \/>\n\u2714 Allowed<br data-start=\"4903\" data-end=\"4906\" \/>\u2714 Not allowed<br data-start=\"4919\" data-end=\"4922\" \/>\u2714 Required under MOM<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4946\" data-end=\"5020\">\u2026you can ensure a safe, compliant, and respectful working environment.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5022\" data-end=\"5168\">At <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/domestic-helpers\/singapore\">HelperChoice,<\/a> <\/strong>we promote ethical hiring and clear communication\u2014because a well-informed employer leads to a better experience for everyone.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/tesda-training-domestic-helpers\">Find out what domestic helpers learn 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