Impactos da escala de trabalho 6x1 na qualidade de vida e dinâmicas sociais no Brasil

Abstract

The present article examines the impacts of the 6×1 work schedule on workers’ quality of life and social dynamics in Brazil, based on an integrative systematic review of nine scientific articles published between 2010 and 2025. The study adopted a qualitative approach to synthesize multidisciplinary evidence, integrating perspectives from occupational health, sociology, and labor law. Results revealed that the 6×1 schedule, characterized by six consecutive workdays followed by one rest day, intensifies risks to physical health, such as musculoskeletal disorders and chronic fatigue, and mental health, with increased anxiety and depression. Furthermore, restricted free time undermines family and community relationships, exacerbating gender inequalities and social isolation. The findings conclude that the rigidity of this work schedule reflects labor precarization in the post-2017 labor reform context, necessitating legislative revisions, public policies for worker protection, and initiatives to promote work-life balance. Keywords: 6×1 Schedule; Quality of Life; Occupational Health; Social Dynamics; Labor Legislation.