Common use of Shift Swaps Clause in Contracts

Shift Swaps. Where an existing Employee seeks to swap his or her shift with another Employee, the Employee will seek approval from the Employer. Approval will be at the discretion of the Employer but, subject to appropriate qualifications, shall not be unreasonably withheld. Employees are under no obligation to agree to shift swaps. Shift swaps must occur within the same working week, hours worked will be paid to each Employee, penal rates and overtime are not to be incurred as a result of a shift swap.