(1) If an employer intends to hire a full-time employee, he or she shall endeavor to preferentially hire part-time employees engaged in the same or similar kinds of work at the relevant business or workplace. <Amended on May 26, 2020>
(2) If an employee applies for part-time work due to household duties, study or any other reason, the employer shall endeavor to convert the relevant employee to a part-time employee. <Amended on May 26, 2020>