answer:If you clock in between 8:23 and 8:37 you’re considered at work at 8:30, not 8:00. The payroll system has to have a way to determine the time by quarter hours. That’s to keep it simple and not have to pay by the minute. 7:53 to 8:07 = 8:00 8:08 to 8:22 = 8:15 8:23 to 8:37 = 8:30 8:38 to 8:52 = 8:45 8:53 to 9:07 = 9:00 I can’t speak for your company’s lunch or break policy. Before you do anything, I would check with your direct supervisor or someone in human resources. Also, if your boss has to approve your time card, I would be careful in cutting it close. He/she may be paying attention. I’m not saying that you’re planning to do this, just giving you a heads up.