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Overtime premium refers to the additional pay that employees receive for working hours beyond their regular schedule. It's typically calculated as time and a half (1.5x) of the regular pay rate, where the premium portion is the extra 0.5 times the regular rate.
The calculator uses the Overtime Premium formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates only the premium portion of overtime pay, which is the additional amount earned beyond regular pay for overtime hours.
Details: Accurate overtime premium calculation is essential for proper payroll processing, compliance with labor laws, and ensuring fair compensation for employees working beyond standard hours.
Tips: Enter the number of overtime hours worked and the regular hourly rate. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the premium amount only.
Q1: What's the difference between overtime pay and overtime premium?
A: Overtime pay includes both regular pay and premium pay for overtime hours, while overtime premium refers only to the additional premium portion (typically 0.5x regular rate).
Q2: Is overtime premium mandatory?
A: Overtime premium requirements vary by jurisdiction and employment contract. Many regions require time and a half for overtime hours.
Q3: How is overtime premium different for double time?
A: Double time would use a multiplier of 1.0 instead of 0.5, meaning the premium portion equals the regular rate rather than half of it.
Q4: Are all employees eligible for overtime premium?
A: Eligibility depends on employment classification (exempt vs. non-exempt), local labor laws, and company policies.
Q5: How does this apply to salaried employees?
A: For non-exempt salaried employees, the regular rate must be calculated based on equivalent hourly pay before applying the premium multiplier.