Mikhail Gorbachev, a dynamic figure who had moved rapidly through the Soviet hierarchy, took over at the helm following the death of Konstantin Chemenko. Exiled Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu and former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev were among those who signed.
Overtime and Vacation. The employee must physically work at least 40 hours for the workweek to qualify for overtime. Therefore, if she works 35 regular hours and takes 6 vacation hours, the employer pays the entire 41 hours at her regular pay rate.
Holiday pay is a benefit that may be paid at the employers' discretion. Overtime is based on actual hours worked. Even though the total hours (work hours plus holiday, vacation, or sick pay) for the week might exceed 40, overtime pay is not required unless a worker actually worked more than 40 hours in that work week.