What is double time and a half?

Double time and a half is a labor law that specifies the rate at which employees must be paid for working more than a certain number of hours in a single workweek or workday. Typically, double time and a half means that employees are paid two and a half times their regular hourly wage for any hours worked beyond the designated threshold.

For example, if an employee's regular hourly wage is $10 per hour, they would be paid $25 per hour for any hours worked beyond the specified threshold. This rate is often used for overtime hours worked on holidays or weekends, or in excess of a certain number of hours in a single workday.

Double time and a half is a common practice in industries where employees may be required to work long hours or unusual shifts, such as healthcare, manufacturing, or transportation. It is intended to compensate employees for working beyond their normal schedule and to incentivize employers to limit excessive work hours. Employers are obligated to calculate and pay double time and a half in accordance with the applicable labor laws and regulations.