Questions and Answers
What is the minimum consecutive hours off work required between shifts for employees in Alberta?
What is the maximum number of consecutive days that employees can be required to work without a break in Alberta?
Under what circumstances may employees be required to work more than 12 hours in a day?
What modification can be made regarding hours of work to accommodate employer needs?
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What consideration is allowed for refusals to work on specific days in Alberta?
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What is the requirement for employers regarding hours of work regulations?
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Under minimum employment standards, which of the following is NOT typically included?
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How are regular pay periods and paydays established by employers?
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What is the maximum period employers are allowed to hold onto records after they are made?
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Which of the following statements about wage deductions is FALSE?
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What must an employer do if an employee's employment ends with notice?
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Which type of record is not a required directory by employment standards?
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When enforcing minimum employment standards, what is the basis for enforcement?
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What is the duration of the eating period mandated in Alberta for every five hours worked?
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What is the employer's obligation regarding coffee breaks under Alberta law?
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For overtime work, what minimum pay rate must employers offer for hours worked beyond the standard limits in Alberta?
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Which of the following is true regarding banking of overtime in Alberta?
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What is the maximum number of hours an employee can work in a workweek before overtime pay is required in Alberta?
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What happens if paid time off for overtime is not provided within three months?
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In which situation can an employer require an employee to work longer without a break in Alberta?
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Which of the following occupations is exempt from overtime pay in Alberta?
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Study Notes
Minimum Wages
- Employers must adhere to regulations setting minimum wage levels.
- Alberta's minimum wage increased to $15 in 2015, making it the highest in Canada as of October 2020.
- Alberta has a “three-hour rule” regarding minimum wage conditions.
Maximum Hours of Work
- Maximum working hours and overtime are distinct considerations.
- Employees can be required to work up to 12 hours per day under specific conditions, including emergencies or unforeseeable circumstances.
- A permit from the director of employment standards may be needed for extended hours.
Hours of Work and Rest
- Employees in Alberta must have at least eight consecutive hours off between shifts and one full day off each week, up to a maximum of 24 days.
- For continuous work cycles, work-rest requirements can be modified.
- Employees can refuse work on specified days for religious reasons.
Eating Periods and Coffee Breaks
- Employees are entitled to a 30-minute eating period after five hours of work, which can be paid or unpaid.
- If unpaid, employees are not required to remain on-site.
- Employers are not obligated to provide coffee breaks; however, if they do, these breaks must be paid.
Overtime Pay
- In Alberta, overtime pay is calculated based on the basic 8/44 rule, requiring 1.5x pay for hours worked beyond 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week.
- Certain jobs are exempt from receiving overtime pay, as designated by Employment Standards.
Banking of Overtime
- Employees and employers can agree to exchange overtime pay for paid time off work.
- Employees may receive one hour off for each hour of overtime worked instead of cash payment.
- Any unused time off must be compensated at 1.5x overtime pay if not taken within three months.
Key Features of Employment Standards
- Employment or collective agreements cannot provide less than the minimum standards set by law.
- Unionized employees have additional protections under their collective agreements.
- Promises made by employers regarding employee benefits must be honored.
- Compliance is enforced through a complaint-based system.
- Employment standards apply to all employers, regardless of size.
Record Keeping
- Employers must keep accurate, written records of employment for a minimum of three years.
- Records should be available for inspection by Employment Standards Officers to protect against unjust claims.
Wages
- Employers must establish a regular pay period and designated payday.
- Partial payments are not allowed.
- Acceptable payment methods include cash, cheque, or direct deposit.
- Employers can make specific deductions from pay, including statutory, court-ordered, or those authorized by employees.
End of Employment Payment
- Upon termination:
- If notice is given, payment must be completed within three days.
- If no notice is provided by the employee, payment is required within ten days.
Minimum Employment Standards Coverage
- Core components include minimum wage, hours of work and rest, overtime regulations, vacation entitlements, statutory holidays, leave rights, and termination processes.
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Test your knowledge on the regulations governing minimum wage and maximum hours of work. This quiz covers important legislation including Alberta's unique 'three-hour rule' and the implications of minimum wage adjustments. Ideal for students studying employment law or labor regulations.
