What is FLSA Section 7(k) for firefighters?

FLSA Section 7(k) allows public safety employers to use an extended work period for overtime calculations instead of the standard 40-hour week. For firefighters, the most common threshold is 212 hours in a 28-day work period. Hours above the threshold are paid at 1.5x the regular rate.

When does overtime start for firefighters under FLSA 7(k)?

Under FLSA 7(k) using a 28-day work period, overtime begins after 212 hours. For a 14-day period, the threshold is 106 hours. For a 7-day period, the threshold is 53 hours. Many departments have CBA provisions that set a lower threshold than the FLSA maximum.

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⏱ Firefighter Overtime Hour Tracker

Track regular and overtime hours under FLSA Section 7(k). Select your work period, enter shifts, and see real-time OT status. Data saves locally in your browser — no account needed.

⚙️ Work Period Settings

FLSA 7(k) Work Period

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ℹ️ FLSA 7(k) Explained

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most employees receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Section 7(k) provides an exception for law enforcement and fire protection employees, allowing a longer “work period” of 7 to 28 consecutive days for overtime calculations.

The most common firefighter configuration is a 28-day work period with a 212-hour threshold. Hours worked above 212 in that 28-day window must be compensated at 1.5× the regular rate. Many collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) set a lower threshold than the FLSA maximum — enter your CBA threshold in the override field if yours differs.

⚠️ This tool is for tracking and estimation purposes only. FLSA calculations depend on your jurisdiction's adopted work period length, your department's CBA, how your employer calculates the regular rate, and whether other compensation elements (longevity, hazard pay, special assignment pay) factor into your OT rate. Consult your union representative or HR department for official OT calculations. For salary benchmarking, use the Salary by State tool.