EmploymentQuestion 279 of 690
A foreman tells a crew they cannot stop for their meal period because the concrete pour cannot wait. If employees miss the meal period as a result, the employer is most likely:
a.Protected, because production needs always override break rules
b.Excused, because the employees were paid for the time worked
c.Only at risk if an employee files a federal lawsuit
d.Liable for meal-period premium pay, since it failed to provide a compliant meal period
Explanation
Production demands do not excuse meal-period violations. If the employer's scheduling or instructions prevent a compliant 30-minute meal period, the employer owes one hour of premium pay per affected employee per day under §226.7.
Law Reference: Labor Code §226.7 / §512Practice all 690 questions free — no signup required.
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