FecomercioSP criticized a proposed constitutional amendment that would eliminate the 6x1 work schedule, citing risks to business autonomy and legal security.
The move by São Paulo's Federation of Commerce highlights a growing tension between labor reform advocates and business owners. If passed, the amendment would fundamentally alter how companies manage staffing and operational hours, potentially impacting the viability of smaller enterprises.
The federation said the proposal to end the 6x1 schedule, where employees work six days followed by one day off [1], reduces the ability of companies and workers to negotiate terms. According to the organization, this shift limits collective bargaining freedom and removes the flexibility needed to adapt to specific industry demands.
FecomercioSP said the transition period provided in the proposal is insufficient. The federation said the change would create legal insecurity and increase operational costs, which would specifically harm micro and small enterprises.
By removing the 6x1 model [1], the federation said the amendment imposes a rigid structure that ignores the diverse needs of the commercial sector. The organization maintains that negotiation between employers and employees is the most effective way to determine fair and sustainable working hours.
“The proposal reduces the autonomy of negotiation between companies and workers.”
This opposition reflects a broader economic debate over the balance between worker well-being and business sustainability. By challenging the PEC, FecomercioSP is signaling that the commercial sector views standardized reductions in work days as a threat to the agility of small businesses and a potential driver of increased consumer prices due to higher labor costs.
