BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS LAW
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to work 40 hours overtime a week without any additional remuneration
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have a reasonable request to work longer hours than stipulated on the contract
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to attend meetings often after hours
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Detailed explanation-1: -As per the Factories Act 1948, every adult (a person who has completed 18 years of age) cannot work for more than 48 hours in a week and not more than 9 hours in a day. According to Section 51 of the Act, the spread over should not exceed 10-1/2 hours.
Detailed explanation-2: -If a person is compelled to work more than 9 hours per day or more than 48 hours per week, they are entitled to double their regular rate of pay under Section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948. Without any bonus or other overtime pay, the wages mentioned here are equivalent to the basic rate plus allowances.
Detailed explanation-3: -Section 51 and Section 59 of the Factories Act-1948[2] states, “No employee is supposed to work for more than 48 hours in a week and 9 hours in a day. Any employee who works for more than this period is eligible for overtime remuneration prescribed as twice the amount of ordinary wages.”
Detailed explanation-4: -Explain why overtime is necessary and provide the number of overtime hours needed to complete the project. Remind employees of the importance of completing the project on time. Thank employees in advance for working extra hours. Allow employees to work from home if possible to encourage participation.