periodic work

[pɪˈriːɒdɪk wɜːrk]
nounpl: periodic works
trabalho periódico
1. Work or labor that occurs at regular intervals or recurring cycles, rather than continuously or on a one-time basis
Periodic work such as maintenance and inspection is essential for equipment longevity.
Trabalho periódico como manutenção e inspeção é essencial para a longevidade do equipamento.
2. Employment or tasks that are scheduled or performed on a recurring or cyclical basis
The factory assigns periodic work to ensure all machinery is properly serviced.
A fábrica atribui trabalho periódico para garantir que toda a maquinaria seja adequadamente mantida.
3. In academic contexts, published work that appears in regular intervals (journals, serials)
This periodic work is published quarterly by the research institute.
Este trabalho periódico é publicado trimestralmente pelo instituto de pesquisa.
In Brazilian workplace culture, periodic work (trabalho periódico) is a standard concept, particularly in manufacturing, construction, and facility management. Brazilian labor law (CLT - Consolidação das Leis do Trabalho) recognizes different categories of work, and periodic work is important for compliance with safety and maintenance regulations. In the US, this term is commonly used in industrial maintenance contexts and appears frequently in OSHA guidelines and facility management documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
recurring workcyclical workintermittent workscheduled workroutine maintenance
Antonyms / Antônimos
continuous workone-time workpermanent workirregular workad hoc work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho periódico
Standard term used in industrial and administrative contexts
São Paulo
trabalho periódico / manutenção periódica
Common in manufacturing and business sectors
Rio de Janeiro
trabalho periódico
Used similarly to general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
trabalho periódico / trabalho cíclico
Equivalent term; may also use 'trabalho recorrente'

Related Words

maintenanceinspectionscheduled maintenanceroutinecycleintervalfrequency

Related Idioms & Phrases

regular as clockwork
on a regular basis
like clockwork
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