Content Comparison

Everyone is entitled to paid rest breaks but they can be confusing and difficult to calculate manually for contract work.

Overview

"Employees are entitled to paid rest and unpaid meal breaks that:

• give them a reasonable chance during work periods to rest, refresh and take care of personal matters
• are appropriate for the length of their working day with the employer.

Rest breaks benefit workplaces by helping employees work safely and productively. Employers must pay for minimum rest breaks but don’t have to pay for minimum meal breaks."

Reference: https://www.employment.govt.nz/hours-and-wages/breaks/rest-and-meal-breaks/

Why do we need to pay contract Paid Rest Breaks separately?

...

...

Related articles

...