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In the state of Arizona if an employee works an 8 hour shift is it a state law that they receive breaks?

Nineteen US states have laws requiring meal breaks for employees, and 8 of those have laws requiring rest breaks. Arizona is not among them. So legally, an employer in Arizona could have an employee work 8 or even 16 hours without a break. Naturally, this is not considered a best practice in the HR world. Breaks improve an employees productivity. For one thing, there is an assumption that an employee who receives no formal meal break will be permitted to eat at his or her work station.

Under OSHA regulations, employees must be permitted to use the bathroom when necessary. They must also be allowed to drink water. Especially during hot weather, OSHA standards may require frequent breaks for employees working outdoors or in hot conditions. Contact OSHA at www.osha.gov for more information on these regulations in your industry.

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