Coming to work after consuming excessive amounts of alcohol is no longer a valid ground for dismissal in Brazil. This is the amendment made by the Brazilian Senate to the Labor Code. The Chamber of Deputies has to analyze this standard which President Luiz Inacio da Silva will then promulgate. From now on, alcoholism will be treated as a disease which requires special treatment. Only alcoholic workers who refuse treatment can be fired. During medical treatment, employees will receive State aid, like for any other disease, and their contract will be maintained. Besides, they have the guarantee that they won’t lose their job within twelve months after getting back to work.
Silva will then promulgate. From now on, alcoholism will be treated as a disease which requires special treatment.
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