ON THE ISSUE OF LEGAL REGULATION OF THE PERIOD OF REST IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of legal aspects of rest periods regulation in different countries of the world. The article examines the main types of rest periods, including annual paid leave, rest and meal breaks, and days off. The analysis covers the legislative acts regulating these issues and their application in different legal systems. International and national legal acts regulating rest are examined. Particular attention is paid to the international standards set by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the European Union directives defining minimum requirements for rest periods. The article examines the rules on rest and meal breaks, their duration and conditions of provision. The article analyses how different countries ensure the right of employees to breaks during the working day and what requirements are imposed on employers in this context. The article examines the impact of legal regulation of rest periods on the physical and mental health of employees, as well as on their productivity. The article analyses the results of scientific studies and statistical data demonstrating the link between rest and labour efficiency. A comparative analysis of the regulation of rest periods in different countries is carried out. Best practices and problematic aspects that may be useful for improving the national legislation of Ukraine are identified. The article draws conclusions about the importance of effective legal regulation of rest periods for ensuring the health and productivity of employees. The main recommendations on this issue are as follows: 1) introduction of flexible mechanisms for granting annual paid leave; 2) provision of mandatory breaks for rest and meals at the workplace; development of policies aimed at maintaining a balance between work and rest; 4) conducting information campaigns on the importance of rest for the health and productivity of employees.