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What can employees do during breaks or free time at work in MA?

Can I write journals at work during my breaks and free time? I'm being censored and told I cannot do that. Is there some law in Massachusetts that says I can do what I want during breaks? Thanks.

Use of break time

You are entitled to do as you please during your breaks (within reason).  Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149, Section 100 states that no employee should be required to work for more than six hours in any one day without a break of at least 30 minutes for a meal.  The law does not require a paid break, but you should be allowed to use the time as you see fit.  For example, the Attorney General's Office has specifically stated that employees should be allowed to pray during meal breaks and should, in general, be allowed to use the breaks as personal free time.   There are some exceptions to this law spelled out in M.G.L Chapter 149, Section 101, but they pertain to specific industries, such as iron works, glass works, paper mills, and print shops.  Hope that helps.

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