Standby Duty
/ˈstændbaɪ ˈdjuːti/
Definitions
- (n.) A period during which an employee remains available to work if called upon, typically outside normal working hours.
The technician was assigned standby duty every weekend in case of emergencies.
- (n.) An employment status obligating readiness to perform duties at short notice, often accompanied by specific compensation rules under labor law.
Labor statutes often regulate pay rates for employees on standby duty.
Forms
- standby duty
- standby duties
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Commentary
Standby duty differs from regular work in that the employee must be ready to act, but is not actively engaged unless called. Legal definitions often hinge on compensation and readiness requirements.
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