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Working hours & overtime

Summary

8 hours a day, 48 a week; overtime needs consent, double the ordinary wage and records. Rules allow up to 12 hours a day including breaks.

Key points
  • Manage the quarterly overtime limit
  • Women's night work requires consent, safety and transport
What it means for Korean companiesShift-based factories should set up their attendance system first.

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· ShifteePayOfficial

The 50% wage rule

Wages are basic pay, DA and retaining allowance. If the 11 excluded items, such as HRA, overtime and commission, add up to more than 50% of total pay, the excess is added back to wages.

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