What happens to workers who are released for cause according to the contract?

When workers are released for cause according to the contract, the correct interpretation is that they are paid only for the actual working time they have completed prior to the release. This practice aligns with standard labor agreements, which often stipulate that employees who are terminated for cause do not receive additional pay or benefits beyond the time worked.

In this context, "for cause" typically means that the employer has a legitimate reason related to the employee's conduct or performance justifying their termination. This could include violation of company policies, insubordination, or other serious issues that warrant a release from employment without compensation beyond what was earned up to that point.

The other options imply forms of compensation that are not typically awarded in cases of discharge for cause. For example, full pay for the day, severance pay, or double pay for the shift would generally be offered under different circumstances, such as layoffs or terminations without cause, but not in situations where misconduct or performance issues are the reasons for the employment termination.