Rest Periods and Compliance Checks

Rest Periods and Compliance

Key rostering rules (varies by organization):

• Minimum rest period – typically 8-10 hours between consecutive shifts
• Fortnight hours band – your contracted minimum and maximum hours over a 14-day cycle (e.g. 64–80 h for full-time). Tracked across the whole fortnight, not week-by-week
• Maximum consecutive days – typically 6-7 days in a row
• Night shift limits – restrictions on consecutive night shifts

You can ask IRIS:

• "Have I had enough rest between my shifts?"
• "Am I over my fortnight max hours?"
• "Am I under my fortnight min hours?"
• "How many consecutive days have I worked?"
• "Do I have any rule violations on my schedule?"

If you spot a compliance issue:

• Contact your roster builder immediately
• The system should catch most issues, but it's good to double-check
• Rest and fatigue management is critical for healthcare safety

Note: The exact rules depend on your organization's settings, enterprise agreements, and local regulations.