Monthly Archives: February 2013


Gossip in the Workplace

What is gossip? There are two reasons for sharing social information. One is that the exchange of useful information helps us survive and prosper. In early years, it would have increased your chance of survival if you had an ability to learn useful information such as where the rains are falling, where the food is abundant and where the predators are. The second is to establish alliances within our group; to determine the people we […]


Meals and Breaks

  10 Minute Rest Breaks 15 minutes if under 18 years of age; For every major part of a 4 hour segment; midway if possible; In addition to, and separate from, meal times. 30 Minute Meal Breaks For shifts of 6 hours or longer; Unpaid, no interruptions; Between the 3rd & 6th hour if shift is longer than 7 hours; otherwise between the 2nd & 5th hour. Note: Certain tipped food and beverage employees can […]