Author(s)

Dandan Li, Zhaoyuan Wang, Chenxin Yang

Corresponding Author

Dandan Li

ABSTRACT

In recent years, with the progress of the economy and the increase of work competition, a new working system named “996” has appeared in China. It refers to a work schedule of 9 am to 9 pm and six days a week. It has already become a controversial topic in China since it could lead to several problems in many ways. The purpose of this study is to explore how this kind of working system impacts employees. Drawing upon some detailed analysis, the paper mainly focused on the advantages and disadvantages of the 996 system. This study presented a literature review concerning 996 itself as well as related theories, such as Marx's Working day theory and Working Engagement Theory. It concluded that the disadvantages of the 996 system outweigh the advantages. This research can help to raise awareness of the dangers that 996 poses to employees and thus improve their situation in many aspects.

KEYWORDS

Overtime Working, 996 Working Hour System, Working Engagement, Working Day Theory, Employee Protection