Meal and Rest Break Laws in Rhode Island
Whether Rhode Island law requires meal or rest breaks for adult employees.
Short answer: A 20-minute meal break for a 6-hour shift and a 30-minute meal break for an 8-hour shift. The break may be unpaid. R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-3-14
| Meal and rest breaks | A 20-minute meal break for a 6-hour shift and a 30-minute meal break for an 8-hour shift. The break may be unpaid. It does not apply to licensed health care facilities or to employers with fewer than three employees at one site during a shift. No rest-break requirement for adults. Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-3-14 |
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Where to get help in Rhode Island
- Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training (DLT), Division of Labor Standards
- File a complaint or claim
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FAQ
Are breaks required by law in Rhode Island?
A 20-minute meal break for a 6-hour shift and a 30-minute meal break for an 8-hour shift. The break may be unpaid. It does not apply to licensed health care facilities or to employers with fewer than three employees at one site during a shift. No rest-break requirement for adults.
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