Smoke Break - Episode 9: Labor Laws and Employee Rights

Episode Duration: 8 minutes

Join host Mike Hernandez as he breaks down essential labor laws and employee rights that assistant managers need to understand. Learn how to create a fair, compliant workplace while protecting both your team and your business.

Episode Overview

Master critical compliance areas:

• Scheduling requirements
• Wage and hour regulations
• Break management
• Minor employment rules
• Documentation practices

Scheduling and Hours Management

Learn to implement:

• Proper schedule notification
• Overtime calculation
• Rest period requirements
• Fair scheduling practices
• Workload distribution

Pay and Compensation

Develop protocols for:

• Minimum wage compliance
• Overtime calculation
• Final paycheck procedures
• Tip management
• Pay record maintenance

Break Management

Master approaches to:

• Meal break implementation
• Rest break scheduling
• Coverage during breaks
• Documentation systems
• State-specific requirements

Special Employment Categories

Create systems for:

• Minor employment limitations
• Task restrictions
• Equipment operation rules
• Hour limitations
• Training requirements

Documentation and Compliance

Learn effective methods for:

• Record maintenance
• Labor law poster display
• Complaint handling
• Investigation procedures
• Harassment response

Assistant Manager Action Item

This week's compliance task:

1. Review break schedule system
2. Check state-specific requirements
3. Ensure documentation procedures
4. Verify labor law posters
5. Address any compliance gaps

Resources Mentioned

• Visit cstorethrive.com for additional management resources

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