mandatory instruction

[/mænˈdeɪtəri ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/]
nounpl: mandatory instructions
instrução obrigatória
1. A required set of directions or guidelines that must be followed by law, regulation, or organizational policy
The mandatory instruction for all employees includes workplace safety protocols.
A instrução obrigatória para todos os funcionários inclui protocolos de segurança no trabalho.
2. In computing, a computer instruction that must be executed without exception
The processor executes the mandatory instruction before proceeding to the next operation.
O processador executa a instrução obrigatória antes de prosseguir para a próxima operação.
3. A compulsory educational or training requirement
Mandatory instruction in CPR is required for all lifeguards.
A instrução obrigatória em RCP é necessária para todos os salva-vidas.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'mandatory instruction' is a formal term commonly used in legal, corporate, and educational settings. It carries legal weight and implies consequences for non-compliance. In Brazil, it's frequently encountered in labor regulations (CLT - Consolidação das Leis do Trabalho) and workplace safety requirements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
required instructionobligatory instructioncompulsory instructionbinding instruction
Antonyms / Antônimos
optional instructionvoluntary instructionelective instructiondiscretionary instruction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
instrução obrigatória
Standard term used in legal, educational, and corporate contexts
São Paulo
instrução obrigatória
Common in business and legal documents
Rio de Janeiro
instrução obrigatória
Used consistently across formal communications
Portugal
instrução obrigatória
Equivalent term used in Portuguese legal and administrative contexts

Related Words

mandatecomplianceregulationprocedurerequirementprotocol

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow mandatory instructions to the letter
under mandatory instruction
mandatory instruction and compliance
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