Public WorksQuestion 485 of 1605
On a public works project, a worker who works more than 8 hours in a single day must generally be paid:
a.At least 1.5 times the basic hourly prevailing rate for the hours over 8
b.The straight-time prevailing wage for all hours
c.Nothing extra unless the work exceeds 40 hours in the week
d.Double the prevailing wage for every hour worked
Explanation
Labor Code §1815 requires that work performed on public works in excess of 8 hours per day be compensated at not less than 1.5 times the basic hourly prevailing rate. Daily overtime applies even if the weekly total is under 40 hours.
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