An employee payroll practices and compensation policy under California law and the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This Standard Document addresses payroll practices, payroll deductions, overtime compensation, meal and rest breaks, timekeeping, and employee complaint procedures. It can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document is intended for private sector employers and is based on California and federal law and addresses the law in key local jurisdictions. Other local laws may impose additional or different requirements. For information on the scope of local law coverage, see Local Law Coverage in Labor & Employment Resources. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.