Once a company decides to have paid vacations, then it's just like money in the bank. Now it's time for your company to pay up. Many of us in my department have been interested in a four day, 10-hour schedule for some time. I had inquired through our HR department whether this was a possibility for my department. They basically said that we do not meet the proper criteria.
Employees can ask for an alternative work week.
However, it is the employer who must present a proposal on alternative workweek to the employees. The employer must show how it will affect wages, hours and benefits. Employees must receive a written notification of the proposal prior to receiving notice of a meeting to discuss information contained in the proposal. For a meeting to be held, employees must be notified 14 days in advance of the meeting. It is highly recommended that an employment law attorney be involved in this process.