Meal and Rest Break Laws in Ohio
Whether Ohio law requires meal or rest breaks for adult employees.
Short answer: No state requirement for adults. Workers under 18 must get a 30-minute rest period after five consecutive hours of work. Ohio Rev. Code § 4109.07(C)
| Meal and rest breaks | No state requirement for adults. Workers under 18 must get a 30-minute rest period after five consecutive hours of work. Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 4109.07(C) |
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FAQ
Are breaks required by law in Ohio?
No state requirement for adults. Workers under 18 must get a 30-minute rest period after five consecutive hours of work.
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