Docházky

Docházky, in Czech usage, refer to records that document the presence of people at work or in school. The term most often describes attendance records, time sheets, or logbooks used to verify when someone arrived, when they left, and how many hours they worked. In workplaces, docházky are part of personnel administration and are used for payroll, scheduling, and absence management.

Modern docházky are typically managed with electronic systems. They range from simple paper registers to electronic time clocks, barcode or RFID cards, biometric devices, or software-based attendance platforms. Most systems record date, time in, time out, total working hours, breaks, overtime, and reasons for absence such as illness or vacation. They may also support remote or hybrid work by logging hours through an online portal.

Uses of docházky include payroll calculation, compliance with labor rules, overtime assessment, and planning of shifts and leave. They provide historical data for management reporting and help resolve attendance disputes. In many organisations, attendance records are required by internal policy or by law to ensure accurate compensation and to document absence patterns.

Because docházky contain personal data, they are subject to privacy protections under GDPR and national law. Employers should implement appropriate safeguards, limit data access to authorised personnel, and inform employees about the purposes and retention of records. Data should be retained only as long as necessary and disposed of securely when no longer needed.