01-06-2005, 03:02 AM
Section 7(k) of the FLSA authorizes a special overtime standard, currently 85.5 hours per pay period, for certain employees performing law enforcement duties. Employees subject to section 7(k) also have special rules on sleep and meal periods. [5 CFR 551.541] [HRO Part 2, Chapter 3, Hourly Compensation for Overtime Work]