But in many countries this view is even directly written into the law. In my country for example, employer must know at all times where the employee is, becaus

But in many countries this view is even directly written into the law. In my country for example, employer must know at all times where the employee is, because they are responsible for any accidents that happen to them during the work hours. And to avoid those accidents you have to provide them with stupid things like instruction manuals for microwave, or electric kettle usage, because apparently employee cannot be trusted with operating those devices safely. You, the employer are also responsible for doing their taxes for them (i.e. paying monthly deductions), as well as sending them to the doctor every once in the while for routine check-ups. One of the reasons that I work as freelancer is to avoid such bullshit. On the plus side, your liability, as an employee, for any damages caused is limited to 3 monthly salaries, because, being just a kid, you cannot be held fully responsible for your own mistakes.