Do you know what the worker’s rights and duties are? Knowing all the legislation can be an (almost) impossible mission. After all, this list is split into so many legal degrees that it’s difficult to find them all. Because we don’t want you to feel lost, we looked into what workers and companies are obligated to do.
The Constitution of the Portuguese Republic is very clear in guaranteeing the right to work. However, the right to work presupposes duties of the worker (and the employer) which must be clearly present. What, then, are the rights and duties of the worker?
The right to work and workers’ rights are included in articles 58 and 59 of the Constitution of the Portuguese Republic. These two articles contain the rights that are the basis of every employment relationship. These are some examples of fundamental rights:
> A salary which constitutes fair and adequate remuneration for the activity carried out;
> Workplace hygiene and safety standards that provide adequate conditions for workers to carry out their activities and that reduce the risk of occupational diseases.
> Assistance in emergency situations unemployment, accidents at work OR occupational disease;
> The definition of a minimum wage upgradeable;
> Setting a limit of duration of work.
In addition to these principles, there are rights that strengthen the balance between professional and family life and which are explained in the Labor Code. For example, workers cannot be discriminated against for deciding to have a child. Therefore the law guarantees:
> leave for high-risk pregnancy: taken by the doctor and because there is a risk to the health of the child or mother;
> parental leave: between 120 and 180 days after birth, depending on whether it is shared between father and mother.
Nowadays the working day is guaranteed with a maximum of eight hours, a minimum of 22 working days paid holidays and one weekly rest for all workers. Holidays are mandatory and cannot be waived.
Professional training of workers is mandatory. This is the only way to increase the competitiveness of the Portuguese economy by valuing its workers. So that this does not mean an unbearable burden, in addition to the obligations to which the employer is subject, there are several support mechanisms that a company can apply for.
The duties of the worker
The worker’s duties are enshrined in Article 128 of the Labor Code, although the legal document underlines that the list presented is not exhaustive. In most cases, professionalism and common sense are sufficient for an employee to fulfill his duties towards the employer.
However, they deserve to be highlighted:
> Respect for colleagues and the employer;
> Presence and punctuality;
> I work with zeal and diligence;
> Order fulfillmentprovided that it does not conflict with your rights;
> Loyalty to the employerdo not trade behind your back or reveal confidential information to third parties.
An insurance that protects the rights of workers and businesses
Insurance against accidents at work, in addition to being a worker’s right, constitutes protection for the employer. In fact, the insurance company, guaranteeing the protection of workers and their families in the event of a fatal accident, also guarantees that this liability will not endanger the company’s business.
However, the advantages of taking out insurance do not stop at the mandatory ones. Purchasing life insurance and health insurance for a company’s employees has numerous benefits. First, it encourages retention of top talent. Furthermore, it combats absenteeism. Workers will be able to access private health consultations and treatments, in the places and times most convenient for them.
Generali Tranquilidade has insurance packages specifically designed for businesses, bars, restaurants and services. You will find everything you need for your business, at the best conditions.
The right to protection of personal data
On May 25, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation came into force within the European Union. This regulation increases the obligations and responsibilities of employers in the collection, use and protection of their employees’ personal data.
Among others, the exercise of several legally established and strengthened rights stands out, such as the right to information, access, oblivion and rectification.
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