Looked at my rota for work today, and for one week I am working six days out of seven, on a full time basis. Now it's likely that my boss has made a mistake, but in case he hasn't I just want to know whether he has the right to do that or not.
Is it legal for him to do this? My understanding is that people are obliged to work upto 5 days a week in a fulltime capacity. IF a boss wants you to do more than that, then they have to ask you and get your permission.
Is it just frowned upon to make someone work 6 days a work, or is it actually illegal.
If it helps, my job is with a national electronics retailer, so its not a small private firm for example.
2006-12-02 09:35:17 · 16 answers · asked by tominator1uk 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Working six days would put me on 51 hours for the week.
2006-12-02 09:42:22 · update #1
Thanks for feedback, looks like 6 day weeks is not illegal, But working more than 48 hrs (which he's asking me to do) requires a permit that I have to approve (which I wouldn't).
Please note, I'm a UK resident, so please no answers about US laws. Thanks
2006-12-02 09:55:55 · update #2
i think that if you work over 40 or 48 hours you have to sign a form
although im not positive go to the website of acas they should have some info or CAB website
2006-12-02 09:38:53 · answer #1 · answered by cazmo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No it's not illegal.
The working time directive states a person can only work 48 hours a week, but this is averaged over 17 weeks.
You DO have to have a break of 11 hours between shifts though, if you don't then THATS illegal.
I guess if you work your 6 shifts you will end up with an extra day off the week after??
2006-12-02 09:44:31 · answer #2 · answered by buttercup 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm in the good ol' USA and I've been working shift work at a paper manufacturing corp. for 15 years and I have been scheduled to work a six day week at least once a month ever since I started. From where I'm from, it's not uncommon to work seven days a week with 60, 70, or even 80 hours or more! I have worked over 100 hours in one week before and many of my work buddies have done the same. Just be lucky to have a job because before long, we're going to have to go to China or Mexico to find work. Good luck!
2006-12-02 09:47:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
You should be aware that there is an implied duty of fidelity in your contract of employment. You must adhere to any reasonable and lawful requests by your employer but do take note of the working time regulations.
If you have not signed out of this then have a look at the regulations or go to the CAB and ask advice.
Good luck.
2006-12-03 01:12:10 · answer #4 · answered by LYN W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In England at the moment, it's legal. You'll need to check your service contract to see if your boss is entitled to do this.
If the UK ever does end its opt-out from the European working directive, your maximum working week will be 48 hours. But we can't have these foreigners telling us what to do - get back to your sweat shop!
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2016-11-23 13:08:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you work over 48 hours a week then you need to sign a disclaimer form to say that you are willing to do so. If you don't sign it then your employer must not allow you to work more than 48 hours. I think it is called Working Time Regulations..
2006-12-02 09:48:08 · answer #7 · answered by treacle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you can work seven days a week if you want. Almost all US states are 'at will' states - so an employee can walk out without notice, and an employer can fire anyone without notice.
If you don't like the shifts and do not wish to work them, you can resign and leave immediately.
2006-12-02 09:42:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think if you wokr over 48 hours in any given week you have to sign a disclaimer to say that you are in agreement. Check with the Citizens Advice, they will know your rights, but I'm sure it's all part of EU directives.
2006-12-02 09:39:42 · answer #9 · answered by katieplatie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Times change.
Years ago, people would loved to have worked 6 days a week.
Many would have loved to work 7 days a week.
During the Carter years, people would have been happy just to have a job again.
2006-12-02 09:52:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋