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It is always important to remember that the relationship between employee and employer must be based on balance and reciprocity. The worker, when starting his journey in a company, not only acquires rights, but also assumes fundamental responsibilities for the proper functioning of this relationship. Such balance is regulated by the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT), which seeks to ensure justice and mutual protection in this bond.

Article 473 of the CLT is an excellent example of the guarantees granted to the worker so that he can attend to personal and family situations without causing damage to his salary. This article contemplates several hypotheses in which the employee has the right to paid absence, reflecting the sensitivity of Brazilian legislation to protect the worker in the most important moments of his life.

Among the main hypotheses, we have:

1. Death of relatives: The employee has the right to be absent for up to 2 Consecutive days in case of death of spouse, ascendants, descendants, siblings or economic dependents.
2. Marriage: The worker can enjoy 3 Consecutive days absence due to marriage, ensuring a period of celebration and adaptation to the new marital life.
3. Birth of a child or shared guardian: The article assures the father 5 Consecutive days paternity leave, ensuring their participation in the first moments of the child's life or in the new family dynamics in cases of shared custody.
4. Voluntary blood donation: To encourage this act of solidarity, the worker has the right to 1 Day absence by duly proven year.
5. Electoral enlistment: To comply with citizenship, the employee may be absent for up to 2 Days (consecutive or not) to register as a voter, in accordance with current electoral legislation.
6. Fulfillment of military service requirements: The worker is also protected for the time necessary to fulfill the obligations imposed by military service.
7. Vestibular tests: The legislation guarantees the right to absence during the days when the employee is taking entrance exams for entry into a higher education institution.
8. Appearance at trial: In situations where the worker needs to appear in court, the time of absence is ensured by the CLT, so that the employee can exercise their rights without wage impact.
9. International trade union meetings: Workers representing a trade union entity at official meetings of international bodies of which Brazil is a member are entitled to the necessary time of absence.
10. Follow-up of medical appointments during pregnancy: The employee may leave to accompany his wife or companion in up to 6 Medical appointments during gestation.
11. Follow-up of children in medical consultations: The employee has the right to 1 Day per year to accompany your child up to 6 years in medical consultations, reinforcing the protection to childhood.

These rights reflect the commitment of the legislator to create conditions that allow the worker to reconcile his professional life with family and civic responsibilities, ensuring financial protection during these absences.

If, on the one hand, CLT confers a series of rights on the employee, on the other, it also imposes important rights obligations. These responsibilities are essential for the employment relationship to occur in a harmonious and productive way, both for the employee and the employer. When accepting an employment contract, the employee undertakes to follow certain contractual and legal rules, such as:

1. Punctuality and attendance: Compliance with established schedules is fundamental for the organization of work. In addition, absences should be justified, preferably in advance, ensuring that the flow of company activities is not interrupted without need.
2. Zeal for the company's heritage: The worker must take care of the material resources entrusted to him, using them in a responsible and efficient way. Improper use can result in damages that impact both the company and the work environment itself.
3. Follow internal policies and procedures: Each company has its own standards of conduct and security. Compliance with these policies, such as the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and respect for the confidentiality of strategic information, is crucial for the integrity of the work environment.
4. Meeting targets and deadlines: The worker has the obligation to perform their activities with commitment and dedication, respecting deadlines and established goals. Failure to comply with these parameters can harm not only the company, but also the professional development of the employee.
5. Respect for hierarchy and good socializing: Maintaining respect for hierarchical authorities, as well as cultivating a healthy and collaborative work environment, is an obligation of all workers. Harmonic coexistence contributes to collective efficiency and company success.
6. Obedience to contractual and legal rules: The employment contract and labor law set limits and obligations that must be observed. Disrespecting these rules may result in disciplinary sanctions, such as warnings, suspensions and even dismissal for cause.

Fulfilling these responsibilities strengthens the bond of trust between employer and employee, promotes a safer and more productive work environment and, consequently, increases the chances of professional growth within the company.

The knowledge of rights e responsibilities in the workplace is a fundamental pillar for professional success. Brazilian labor legislation seeks to protect the worker, while ensuring the maintenance of a fair relationship with the employer. By exercising their rights and fulfilling their obligations, the employee contributes to the construction of a balanced and harmonious work environment, essential for their growth and the development of the company.