Compensatory Time Off (Comp Time) is paid time off given to employees, often in lieu of overtime pay, as an alternative compensation method, primarily for public sector workers.
- What is compensatory time off?
Answer: It is paid time off given instead of overtime pay, mainly for public sector employees. - Who is eligible for compensatory time off?
Answer: Eligibility is limited to public sector employees under the FLSA. - How is compensatory time off accrued?
Answer: It is accrued at a rate of 1.5 hours per overtime hour worked. - What are the benefits for employees?
Answer: It offers flexibility and a work-life balance option. - What are the legal restrictions on comp time?
Answer: It is capped at 240 hours for most employees and requires mutual agreement.
