Employment Standards
/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt ˈstændərdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Statutory provisions and regulations that set minimum requirements for the conditions of employment such as hours, wages, breaks, and termination procedures.
The employment standards legislation mandates overtime pay for work beyond 40 hours per week.
Forms
- employment standards
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Commentary
Employment standards legislation is fundamental in labor law, providing baseline protections for employees; drafters should carefully distinguish these from contractual terms negotiated individually.
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