protected workers

[prəˈtɛktɪd ˈwɜrkərz]
nounpl: protected workers
trabalhadores protegidos
1. Employees who have legal safeguards against unfair dismissal, discrimination, or unsafe working conditions, often due to employment laws or union agreements
Protected workers in the manufacturing sector have the right to file complaints without fear of retaliation.
Os trabalhadores protegidos do setor de manufatura têm o direito de apresentar reclamações sem medo de represálias.
2. Individuals employed under contracts or statuses that provide enhanced legal protections, such as union members or employees in regulated industries
Certain groups, such as pregnant employees or whistleblowers, are classified as protected workers under federal law.
Certos grupos, como funcionários grávidas ou denunciantes, são classificados como trabalhadores protegidos pela lei federal.
3. Workers covered by labor legislation that restricts employers' ability to terminate employment without valid cause
Protected workers cannot be fired for joining a labor union or reporting safety violations.
Trabalhadores protegidos não podem ser demitidos por se filiarem a um sindicato ou por denunciarem violações de segurança.
In Brazil and the United States, protected worker status is a critical aspect of labor relations. Brazilian labor law provides extensive protections through the CLT (Consolidação das Leis do Trabalho), while US protections vary by state and federal regulations. The concept is central to discussions about workers' rights, unionization, and employment security in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shielded employeessafeguarded workerscovered employeesdefended labor force
Antonyms / Antônimos
at-will employeesunprotected workersvulnerable workersprecarious workers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalhadores protegidos
Standard term used in Brazilian labor law and HR contexts
São Paulo
funcionários amparados
Alternative phrasing emphasizing legal protection and support
Rio de Janeiro
trabalhadores resguardados
Common variant emphasizing safeguarding and defense
Portugal
trabalhadores protegidos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also used in Portuguese labor law

Related Words

employment lawlabor rightsworker protectionunfair dismissalemployment contractlabor unionoccupational safety

Related Idioms & Phrases

under the umbrella of the law
covered by labor protections
have recourse to law
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