trabalho por turno
1. A system of employment where workers take turns working during different periods of the day or night, ensuring 24-hour operation of a business or facility
She does shift work at the hospital, alternating between day and night shifts.
Ela trabalha por turno no hospital, alternando entre turnos diurnos e noturnos.
2. Work that is divided into different time periods, typically covering morning, afternoon, and night shifts
Shift work is common in factories, hospitals, and emergency services.
O trabalho por turno é comum em fábricas, hospitais e serviços de emergência.
Shift work is prevalent in Brazil's industrial and healthcare sectors, particularly in São Paulo. In the USA, it's especially common in hospitals, manufacturing, retail, and emergency services. Workers on shift schedules, particularly night shifts, often face health and social challenges, which has led to labor regulations and worker advocacy groups in both countries.
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