Evaluation of the Working Conditions of Herd Employees in Terms of Labor Law: The Example of Atyolu Village

The topic of the research is animal husbandry in village of Atyolu in the district of Senkaya Erzurum regarding connection with the need of shepherds working in the region. The working life conditions of villagers who are seasonal immigrants have been observed. In the study data was collected through observation methods. Working hours, compensatory leave, responsibilities and rights of employers which are very important in labor law were all considered in the study. Furthermore the research was carried out on nutrition, clothing and shelter all of which are significant in terms of basic life necessities. According to the results of the survey, long hours, irregular compensatory leaves, unregistered employment, and lack of social security constitute the most important problems for the shepherd. Moreover, it has been determined that there are many deficiencies in basic life requirements