Setting unpaid breaks based on shift length
Managing unpaid breaks based on shift length is essential for many businesses to comply with workplace regulations. With RosterElf, you can set custom rules for unpaid breaks to automate the process. This article outlines the steps to establish unpaid break rules so your employees automatically receive breaks according to the hours they work. This automation not only saves time on manual calculations but also maintains consistency across your rosters.
1. Accessing unpaid break settings
Follow these steps to locate and adjust your unpaid break settings in RosterElf. Once these rules are in place, breaks are automatically allocated based on shift lengths, minimising manual oversight.
1.1 Open roster settings
On your RosterElf dashboard, go to Settings.
From the dropdown menu, select Roster to access the break configuration section.
2. Setting unpaid break allowances
RosterElf allows you to define unpaid break durations based on an employee's scheduled work time. By tailoring break times to different shift lengths, you can support compliance with your business policies and local regulations.
2.1 Configure unpaid breaks
Click on the Unpaid Breaks tab within the Roster settings.
Determine the break duration for each shift length range (e.g., a 30-minute break for shifts longer than 5 hours).
Adapt these values to suit your specific workplace requirements.
2.2 Update shift lengths
Start from the shortest shift and adjust the break allowance accordingly.
RosterElf will automatically apply these rules to longer shifts, ensuring consistency and reducing repetitive data entry.
Double-check your settings to confirm they align with your company's policies and legal obligations.
3. Saving unpaid break rules
After finalising your unpaid break durations and shift length configurations, save your changes so RosterElf can apply them to upcoming rosters. Any new or existing shifts matching your criteria will automatically include the specified unpaid break.
3.1 Save unpaid break settings
Once you've set your break rules, click Save at the bottom right of the screen.
RosterElf will then apply these rules to any shifts that meet the specified length criteria.
