EmploymentQuestion 964 of 1605
When may an employee validly WAIVE the first meal period entirely?
a.Whenever the shift exceeds 8 hours
b.Never; meal periods can never be waived
c.Only when the total work period is no more than 6 hours and both parties mutually consent
d.Any time the employer prefers
Explanation
Under Labor Code §512, the first meal period may be waived by mutual consent only when the employee's total work period for the day does not exceed 6 hours. The second meal period may be waived by mutual consent only if the shift is no more than 12 hours and the first meal period was not waived. Waivers are limited and require agreement; they are neither at the employer's sole discretion nor categorically prohibited.
Law Reference: Labor Code §512; meal waiverPractice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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