Under 14:
What’s Allowed?
What’s Allowed?
What does the abbreviation FLSA stand for?
Fair Labor Standards Act
True or False: 14- and 15-year-olds can work as late as midnight on a school night.
Flase
What is the legal minimum age to work in a job declared "hazardous" by the Secretary of Labor?
18 years old.
True or False: Federal law requires all teenagers to get a work permit before starting a job.
False
What is the general rule regarding non-agricultural employment for youth under age 14 under the FLSA?
It is generally prohibited (with specific limited exemptions)
During a school week, what is the maximum number of hours a 14- or 15-year-old can work under the FLSA?
18 hours per week (and no more than 3 hours on a school day)
The FLSA does not limit work hours for youth aged 16 and 17
Which federal department enforces child labor laws under the FLSA?
The U.S. Department of Labor
Can a child under 14 deliver newspapers for money legally under the FLSA?
Yes
How many hours can a 14- or 15-year-old work on a single school day?
Up to 3 hours
True or False: 16 and 17-year-olds can work at night even on school nights under federal law.
True
What happens to an employer if they intentionally violate federal child labor laws?
They face severe financial fines and potential legal action.
Name two common jobs specifically exempt from FLSA age limits for youth under 14.
Newspaper delivery, acting/performing, babystitting, or working in a non-hazardous business solely owned by parents.
What are the permitted work hours for 14- and 15-year-olds during the summer?
7:00 AM and 9:00 PM (8hrs a day)
Under what strict conditions may a 17-year-old drive a motor vehicle on public roads for work?
It must be daylight hours + occasional + the driver has a valid license with no record of violations + the vehicle does not exceed 6,000 lbs GVW
True or False: Parents who own a business can hire their 15-year-old child to operate dangerous industrial machinery.
False