[johnkeegan]

Inspired...so do they show up to the shop and then get their "free ride" to the job site? Or do they drive directly to the job site? If they go to the shop first and drive themselves be sure your insurance covers their driving their own vehicles. You may think they don't deserve to get paid for that time but if they get into an accident they may be considered to be an employee. Check with your insurance agent. If they drive directly from home to the site, probably different....You may also want to check with your state labor dept. on whether they are on the clock if they meet you at the shop and then follow you to the site. That could save you big time if an employee gets wind of it and demands back pay for all.

... and I'm not sure on your state but in NY the 15 minute break per 4 hours rule only relates to the manufacturing industry not the "trades." I know because I printed out the law for an ex-factory worker who insisted he had a right to that 15 minute break. I stress to the crews to take breaks, especially on hot days, if needed ,but they're not "entitled" by law to them.