[Your Name] [Your Title] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Employee's Name] [Employee's Title] [Department Name] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP] Dear [Employee's Name], RE: Sample Letter for Directive — BreaPoliceic— - Oklahoma Employees I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you about the updated break policy for our Oklahoma-based employees. It is essential for us to ensure compliance with state labor laws while promoting a healthy work environment that encourages maintaining a proper work-life balance. Effective immediately, we have made revisions to our break policy in alignment with the Oklahoma labor regulations. Please carefully review the following guidelines and ensure your compliance accordingly: 1. Break Duration: Oklahoma labor laws require employees to be provided with a meal break if their shift exceeds a specific duration. Based on state regulations, employees working more than 6 consecutive hours are entitled to a 30-minute unpaid meal break. During this time, employees must be relieved of all work duties. 2. Break Scheduling: We understand that scheduling breaks can be challenging due to varying workloads and demands. Therefore, we urge employees to discuss and schedule their meal breaks with their immediate supervisors or department managers. We encourage flexibility while ensuring that operational needs are met. 3. Break Location: Employees are expected to take their meal breaks within the designated break areas or any other appropriate area approved by management. We kindly request employees to be considerate of their colleagues' needs for a peaceful and clean break environment. 4. Break Documentation: To ensure compliance with labor laws, employees are required to accurately record their meal breaks on the designated timesheet or electronic system as per our company's record-keeping policy. Failure to accurately record breaks may lead to misunderstandings or potential legal complications. 5. Break Exceptions and Special Circumstances: While we strive to standardize break policies, we acknowledge that certain job positions, responsibilities, or exceptional circumstances may necessitate special considerations. In such cases, employees are advised to discuss their specific needs with their immediate supervisors or HR representatives. It is crucial for all employees to familiarize themselves with the updated break policy and adhere to the newly implemented guidelines promptly. Non-compliance may lead to disciplinary actions and potentially impact your employment status. Should you have any questions regarding the revised break policy or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to your supervisor or our Human Resources department. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in implementing this updated break policy. We believe that by ensuring compliance with labor laws, we can create a supportive work environment for all our employees. Kind regards, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Company Name]