OFW Work Hazards: The Other Side of Working Abroad | Hoy! Aba Teka Ep 10

In this episode of Hoy! Aba Teka, Chef Martin and Cyra talk about work hazards, from the everyday risks that come with certain professions to the unexpected situations overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) face while working abroad.Chef Martin shares real stories from working in the F&B industry in Singapore, where job hazards can range from burns and sharp kitchen tools to handling intoxicated customers and even breaking up fights outside the bistro. Meanwhile, Cyra reflects on how workplace habits, cultural differences, and strict regulations abroad shape the way Filipinos navigate work and responsibility in other countries.The conversation highlights how working overseas comes with a different set of rules, risks, and responsibilities, and why it’s important for OFWs to understand the laws, workplace expectations, and cultural norms of the countries they live in.The conversation also dives into:The difference between job hazards in the Philippines vs. working abroadWhy OFWs need to understand workplace rules and contracts abroadThe strict regulations in Singapore’s work culture and employment systemRacism, stereotypes, and the realities many Filipinos face working overseasWhy respecting local laws and boundaries is essential for living and working abroadA mix of real-life stories, humor, and honest reflections about work, life abroad, and navigating the realities of being an overseas Filipino.Follow us on: ➡️ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hoyabateka/➡️ Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@hoyabateka➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoyabateka/➡️ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/hoy-aba-teka/id1847157163➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gBqnNE5Owibb9Drte1Taw