arbetslogg

Arbetslogg, literally “work log,” is a logbook or diary used to document work-related activities. It can be a simple notebook or a digital record and is often used to track hours worked, tasks performed, and progress on projects. In some settings it also records job-search activities or participation in labor market programs.

In Sweden, the term is commonly used in relation to unemployment benefits and mandatory activity documentation. An arbetslogg (sometimes called aktivitetslogg) may be required by the Public Employment Service or unemployment funds to document daily efforts to find work or participate in approved activities. Entries typically include date, activity type, time spent, and outcomes, and may be subject to verification by a case manager. The purpose is to demonstrate engagement with the labor market and to underpin benefit eligibility and gradual reintroduction to work.

In a workplace or freelancing context, an arbetslogg functions as time tracking or project logging. It helps with task management, client invoicing, and performance evaluation. Common elements are date, hours worked, description of tasks, and client or project identifiers. Digital tools are common, enabling automatic summaries and reporting.

Policy and variation: The use and requirements of an arbetslogg vary by institution and sector. While it is often informal in everyday use, in official, benefits-related contexts it may follow specific templates and rules. The term is sometimes used interchangeably with aktivitetslogg, though some distinctions exist depending on the organization.