5. Mental application. Must be able to detect reactions of fabrics to water, stain removers, heat, etc. Should be able to act quickly in emergencies.

6. Dexterity and accuracy. 7. Working conditions (1) Surroundings.—-Usually works in private homes.

Must have sufficient manual dexterity to use tools and equipment safely and without breakage.

Conditions vary greatly. Not always comfortably heated, well-lighted, free from dampness. May work in basement of large apartment house where several types of equipment are available. (2) Hazards.-Careless placement and use of equipment and tools; shock from electrical fixtures and equipment; burns from irons and hot water or chemicals; rashes or skin eruptions.

(3) Social security and compensation.-Workers not covered for injury in homes except for New York State legislation effective Jan. 1, 1947. New York State Unemployment Insurance law covers workers in homes where there are four or more household employees.

8. Physical requirements Must have sufficient endurance to stand for long

periods of time. Must have good muscular coordination, and must be able to stand, bend, stretch, stoop, reach, and lift heavy baskets of clothes up to 25 pounds. Must be able to operate washers, wringers, dryers, and to wring by hand. Must be free of communicable or occupationally hazardous disease.

1. HOURS

2. JOB STANDARDS—LAUNDRESS

(For discussion purposes only)

a. Working time.—Regular working time should not exceed 40 hours per week or 8 hours per day. Some of this time may be devoted to duties other than laundering, depending on the length of the workweek and the needs of the household. On resident jobs 8 hours of "additional time" per week may be spent on such duties. Time off should be 2 complete days per week. Meal periods should be 1⁄2 hour, 1⁄2 hour of rest in periods to be arranged should be permitted each day. b. Vacation and holidays.—A minimum of 2 weeks' vacation annually should be taken in 1- or 2-week periods after it has been accumulated by the worker at the rate of 1 week for each 6-month period worked. Four of the 8 national holidays are to be completely free.

c. Sick leave.-Paid sick leave should be accumulated at the rate of 1 day per month.

d. Overtime. Any hours in excess of the 40-hour week (or for resident workers, 48-hour) should be considered overtime and should be compensated for as provided under "Wages."

2. WAGES

Wages should range from 75 cents to $1 per hour, depending on the skill of the worker and the intricacy of the work involved. At this rate the weekly wage for a 40-hour week would range from $25 to $40. On resident jobs the rate is the same, with the 8 hours of "additional time" compensating for the cost of maintenance. Overtime should be compensated for at time and one-half of the regular hourly rate of pay. Wage increases should be automatic and based on length of service.

3. CONDITIONS OF WORK

a. Accommodations.-Nonresident worker should have suitable place to change clothing and keep belongings. Resident worker should be provided with own well-heated and ventilated room, or may share suite of rooms with another worker. She should have own bath or have free access to one. Worker should be responsible for cleanliness of quarters and should be permitted to entertain friends there, provided the decorum of the household is maintained. Laundry service, except for personal clothing, and an adequate and nutritious diet should be supplied by employer.

b. Uniforms.-Worker should supply own work clothes. Employer should supply uniform if required.

c. Safety. No task hazardous to the health and safety of the worker or other members of the household should be assigned or performed. Equipment should be kept in good condition by employer and worker, and all measures to prevent accidents should be taken. Employer should cover worker by accident insurance. 4. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

If health examination of worker is required, employer should cover the cost.

5. RELATIONSHIP WITH EMPLOYER AND FELLOW WORKERS

a. Businesslike, courteous attitude should be maintained.

b. Instructions should be given by one designated person.

c. Duties should be clearly defined.

d. Arrangements should be made for use of telephone.

e. There should be provision for periodic re-evaluation of the job and the worker.

6. REQUIREMENTS

a. Worker should have had similar experience in own home or homes of others; she may have had training course or be trained on job.

b. Worker should be sufficiently alert to follow instructions and to adjust to required schedules.

c. Worker should maintain a neat appearance.

d. Worker should be free of communicable and occupationally hazardous disease and should be strong enough to perform required tasks. Employer should inform worker of any communicable disease in household and take any steps necessary for protection of worker.

e. Worker should be prepared to furnish references as to her skill and integrity. 7. DUTIES

See "Tasks Performed," in Job Description.

8. EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

See "Equipment and Materials," in Job Description.

9. TERMINATION

There should be a 2-week trial period during which either party may decide to terminate arrangement. At the expiration of the 2 weeks, an agreement is signed, and thereafter 2 weeks' notice should be given by either party desiring to terminate it. Employer should pay 2 weeks' wages if notice is not given by her.

10. AGREEMENT

Employer and worker should sign duplicate agreements defining wages, hours, duties, and conditions of work on specific job.