töökavades

Töökavades is the genitive plural form of the Estonian noun töökava, a term used to refer to work schedules or timetables. In Estonian HR and regulatory language, töökava describes the planned arrangement of working hours for employees, including shifts, start and end times, and day-to-day timing of work duties.

A töökava typically specifies when employees are expected to work, the length and distribution of shifts, break periods, and any variations such as night work, weekend work, or overtime. It may also cover on-call duties, holiday coverage, and procedures for making adjustments in case of absences or organizational needs. Work schedules are used for planning, payroll, and compliance with labor regulations and collective agreements.

In practice, töökavade is usually prepared by an employer or human resources department, often in consultation with employees or their representatives. Changes to a töökava should be communicated in advance and, depending on the jurisdiction and agreements, may require consent or negotiation. Employers must ensure that schedules comply with applicable labor laws, including limits on working hours, rest periods, and rest days.

Etymology and usage notes: töökava is formed from töö (work) and kava (plan, program). The word is treated as a compound noun, and its genitive plural is töökavade. In texts, it may appear as a single word or, in some typographic styles, as töö kavade, depending on style guides.