Updates to this post /post/223995-hey-if-i-work-an-8-or-9-hour Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:27:45 +0100 /post/223995-hey-if-i-work-an-8-or-9-hour#reply-4561036 It depends on the state that you work in. There is federal law that defines breaks but the law does not require employers to give breaks. Breaks are seen as a benefit the employer is giving to the employee (much like a vacation). A little less then half the states in the US have laws requiring employers to give breaks under the federal definition of breaks. Also, OSHA requires breaks be given to those working in highly hazardous conditions. Most employers that due give breaks have done their homework, studies have shown that workers who are given 15 minute breaks every 2 hours improve in productivity by 10-15%.

]]> Anonymous Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:42:45 +0100 /post/223995-hey-if-i-work-an-8-or-9-hour#reply-4561003 No I worked on an oil rig and when we where tripping pipe, it was non stop for 12 hours. I even worked a 36 hour shift before because 2 people form morning tower never showed up so I had to fill in. You can take 5 when you use the bathroom. If you want the job you will do what it takes. Remember you can always be replaced. Hope this helps :-)

]]> The Clue Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:29:27 +0100 /post/223995-hey-if-i-work-an-8-or-9-hour#reply-4560962 definitely talk to the manager before pursuing legal action.

]]> Kuvri (yodaluv12) Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:18:00 +0100 /post/223995-hey-if-i-work-an-8-or-9-hour#reply-4560959 Lol, possibly you could sue. It’s best practise to raise issues with your line manager first tho. Your company should have a formal grievance policy, give it a go. :o)
Trouble is, would anyone else ever want to offer you a job?? :o)

]]> james_liverpool_uk Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:17:21 +0100 /post/223995-hey-if-i-work-an-8-or-9-hour#reply-4560952 file a complaint with the labour board thing.. thats ridiculous

]]> louise Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:15:59 +0100