A worker who has a continuing relationship with the person for whom he or she works is more likely to be an employee than one who engages in a single job or for sporadic or infrequent jobs. A continuing work relationship may be assumed if the work is performed:

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  frequently and recurring at irregular intervals;

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  on call of the employer; or

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  whenever the work is available.

If the arrangement contemplates continuing or recurring work, the relationship is considered permanent even if the services are performed:

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  at irregular intervals;

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  on a part-time basis;

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  seasonally; or

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  by a worker that works for a short time.

A continuing relationship between the worker and the employer indicates that an employer-employee relationship exists.

Social Security Handbook, Chapter 809: Is your work relationship continuing?