1. What is MDW Weekly Rest Day Salary?

The MDW (Migrant Domestic Worker) Weekly Rest Day Salary calculation determines the appropriate salary for domestic workers accounting for their weekly rest days. It ensures fair compensation based on actual days worked.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• Gross Salary — Monthly salary in dollars
• 26 — Standard number of working days in a month (including rest days)
• Days Worked — Actual number of days worked in the week

Explanation: The formula calculates the daily rate by dividing the monthly salary by 26 (standard working days including rest days), then multiplies by actual days worked.

3. Importance of Weekly Salary Calculation

Details: Accurate weekly salary calculation ensures compliance with labor laws and fair compensation for domestic workers, especially when rest days are worked.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the gross monthly salary in dollars and the actual number of days worked in the week (typically 6 if one rest day was given, or 7 if no rest day was given).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why divide by 26 days?
A: This accounts for 4 weeks of 6 working days plus 2 rest days, totaling 26 days per month (not necessarily calendar days).

Q2: What if the domestic worker worked on rest days?
A: Rest days worked should be included in "Days Worked" and typically require additional compensation.

Q3: Is overtime included in this calculation?
A: No, this calculates basic salary only. Overtime should be calculated separately.

Q4: Does this apply to all countries?
A: This calculation is common in many countries but check local labor laws for specific requirements.

Q5: How to handle partial month calculations?
A: For partial months, prorate the monthly salary based on actual days employed.