Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997 (Act No. 75 of 1997)Sectoral DeterminationsSectoral Determination 2 : Civil Engineering Sector, South Africa12. Rest period |
| (1) | An employer shall allow an employee— |
| (a) | a daily rest period of at least 12 consecutive hours between ending and recommencing work; and |
| (b) | a weekly rest period of at least 36 consecutive hours, which, unless otherwise agreed, must include a Sunday. |
| (2) | Clauses 9(1), 11(1) and 16(2) shall not apply to an employee while engaged in emergency work. |