In Georgia, labor law sets clear limits and conditions on working hours and overtime to ensure employee protection and employer compliance.
Standard Working Hours
Maximum: 40 hours per week
Employers must organize schedules to stay within this legal limit, except where specific exemptions apply.
Overtime Work
Overtime is generally discouraged but allowed under certain circumstances:
Paid Overtime:
Applicable when work is performed to prevent industrial accidents
Compensation: 150% of regular salary
Optional: Additional time off within 4 weeks, if agreed by both parties
Unpaid Overtime:
Applies only in situations required to prevent natural disasters
Tracking Working Hours
Employers in Georgia are obligated to track employee working hours. Accurate timekeeping is essential for ensuring compliance with legal limits and for correctly calculating pay, including overtime.