In accordance with the Labor Code, every company with 10 or more employees is required to adopt Internal Work Regulations.

In this regard, the Internal Work Regulations sets out the mandatory conditions to which the employer and their employees must adhere in the context of the employment relationship.

Among the advantages offered by Internal Work Regulations, the following are worth mentioning:

• Creates rights and obligations for both employees and the employer.
• Provides greater legal certainty by setting out clear rules governing the employment relationship.
• Facilitates human resources management establishing procedures for vacations, leaves, leave of absence, disciplinary measures and other employment-related situations.
• Facilitates standards on health and safety at the work place, establishing measures to mitigate these risks.
• Establishes a works council for workplaces with 20 or more employees. The works council is the body within the company responsible for hearing disciplinary cases against employees; it is composed of two employer representatives and two representatives of unionised employees. If the company has no trade union, the employees shall elect their own representatives.

In conclusion, Internal Work Regulations help to prevent labour disputes and workplace accidents; it is an essential tool for protecting the rights and obligations of both parties; and it strengthens human resources management, amongst other benefits.