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Review of Federal Overtime Practices

Published: Aug 27, 1982. Publicly Released: Aug 27, 1982.
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In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed overtime practices at various Government organizations, including the Air Force Accounting and Finance Center (AFAFC). The purpose of the review was to determine whether: (1) justification for overtime is appropriate; (2) alternatives to overtime are considered or used; (3) controls on overtime use are adequate; and (4) ways to reduce overtime costs can be identified.

Recommendations

Recommendations for Executive Action

Agency Affected Recommendation Status
Air Force Accounting and Finance Center The Commander of the Air Force Accounting and Finance Center, Denver, Colorado, should change the internal control system to assure that supervisors are provided with overtime and leave data by which to monitor and verify employees' work hours.
Closed – Not Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.

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