Is a lunch break a split shift?

No. A bona fide meal period (usually 30-60 mins) does not constitute a split shift. The gap must be longer and for the employer's benefit.

Why use split shifts?

They are common in industries with peak hours like restaurants (lunch/dinner rush) or transportation (morning/evening commute).

Do split shifts affect overtime?

Yes, all hours worked in both segments count toward the daily and weekly totals for overtime calculation.

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What is a Split Shift?

A split shift is a work schedule that is interrupted by a non-paid, non-working period established by the employer (longer than a meal break). For example, a bus driver working 6 AM - 10 AM and then 3 PM - 7 PM.

Managing Split Schedules

1Employee clocks in and out for the first segment.
2A substantial gap occurs (often hours long).
3Employee clocks in and out for the second segment.

Split Shift Premiums

Some jurisdictions, like California, require employers to pay a 'split shift premium' (typically one hour of minimum wage) if the split shift meets certain criteria, compensating workers for the inconvenience.

Flexible Scheduling

ClockIt handles multiple punch-ins per day seamlessly and can link these separate segments to the same daily total for overtime calculations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a lunch break a split shift?: No. A bona fide meal period (usually 30-60 mins) does not constitute a split shift. The gap must be longer and for the employer's benefit.
Why use split shifts?: They are common in industries with peak hours like restaurants (lunch/dinner rush) or transportation (morning/evening commute).
Do split shifts affect overtime?: Yes, all hours worked in both segments count toward the daily and weekly totals for overtime calculation.

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