[Your Name] [Your Position in the Company] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Employee's Name] [Employee's Position] [Department Name] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Employee's Name], Subject: Directive — Break Policy I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally communicate an important update regarding our company's break policy in accordance with the employment laws in San Diego, California. As you may be aware, California Employment Law mandates certain provisions regarding employee breaks to ensure their well-being and productivity. We, at [Company Name], value the health and safety of our employees and strive to comply with all legal requirements. Effective [Date], the following break policy will be put into effect: 1. Meal Breaks: — All employees are entitled to an unpaid, uninterrupted meal break of at least 30 minutes during any work period exceeding five hours. This meal break should be taken no later than the end of the fifth hour of work. — If the total workday does not exceed six hours, an employee and employer may mutually agree to waive the meal break. — Employees are not to perform any work-related duties during their meal break. 2. Rest Breaks: — Employees are entitled to a paid rest break of at least ten minutes for every four hours worked, or major fraction thereof. — Rest breaks should be taken in the middle of each four-hour work period, if practical. — Employees are encouraged to leave the work area during their rest break, but if the nature of the job does not permit leaving, they may take their rest break on-site. It is our expectation that all employees adhere to these break policies to ensure compliance with the law and to maintain a positive work environment. Failure to comply with this directive may result in disciplinary action. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this update, please do not hesitate to reach out to me or our HR department for clarification. We are here to support you and ensure all policies are well-understood. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. We appreciate your dedication and commitment to our company's success. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name]