Meal Breaks Handbook Statement: Rhode Island

Employees who work six or more continuous hours are entitled to at least a 20-minute meal break. Employees who work eight or more continuous hours will be provided at least a 30-minute meal break. During the meal break, employees will be relieved of all duties. A 30-minute, uninterrupted meal break will be unpaid for nonexempt employees. Employees may not take a shorter meal break