Zimmerman Reed has been investigating pay practices at foundries and manufacturing companies.  We have learned that many employers are not paying employees for the time they spend putting on and taking off their personal protective equipment. 

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Name:*
Address:
Phone:*
E-mail:
Employer Name:
Employer Location:
Dates of Employment:
Still Employed? yes no
Title/Position:
Hourly Wage:
Job Description/Duties:
Number of Shifts Per Week:
Weekly Schedule
Are you required to arrive prior to your shift or remain after your shift ends to change into and out of protective equipment, clothing, or gear? yes no
Does you employer compensate you for the time you spend putting on and taking off the protective equipment, clothing, or gear? yes no unsure
Check the protective equipment, clothing, or gear that you regularly wear at work:
Rubber Boots
Safety Shoes
Spats
Leggings
Apron
Gloves
Liners
Rain Gear
Hard Hat
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Fire-Resistant Coats
Coveralls
Arm Guards
Other Equipment, Clothing or Gear?
Does “donning and doffing” time typically cut into your lunch break?: yes no unsure
Does “donning and doffing” time typically cut into your rest break(s)? yes no unsure
Approximately how long (in minutes) does it typically take you to put on your gear each day?
Approximately how long (in minutes) does it typically take you to take off your gear each day?
Are you a union employee? yes no
Is there a union at your company? yes no
Anything else you would like the attorneys to know:
 

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