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Calculates the expense of overtime hours including premium pay, benefits, and fatigue-related costs. Determines when hiring is more cost-effective.

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  1. 1Calculate base hourly rate and overtime multiplier (typically 1.5-2×)
  2. 2Multiply overtime hours by overtime rate
  3. 3Add secondary costs (fatigue accidents, quality issues)
  4. 4Compare to hiring permanent employee cost

Worked Examples

Инпут
$25/hr, 10hrs OT
Резултат
$375

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Only counting premium pay, ignoring quality and safety costs
  • Not accounting for fatigue-related productivity loss

Frequently Asked Questions

When is overtime cheaper than hiring?

Temporary needs: overtime is cheaper; permanent needs: hiring permanent staff is usually cheaper within 6-12 months.

What's the actual cost of overtime?

Premium pay plus hidden costs: reduced quality, safety risks, employee burnout, increased absenteeism.

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