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Subdivision 1. Rest breaks. An employer must allow each employee adequate time from work within each four consecutive hours of work to utilize the nearest convenient restroom.
Subd. 2. Collective bargaining agreement. Nothing in this section prohibits employers and employees from establishing rest breaks different from those provided in this section pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Minnesota Statutes Labor, Industry (Ch. 175-189) § 177.253. Mandatory work breaks - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mn/labor-industry-ch-175-189/mn-st-sect-177-253/
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