Is Your Business Ready to Hire Teenagers? Understanding Child Labor Laws
Before hiring teenagers, it's crucial to understand the applicable child labor laws. Learn how to avoid penalties and ensure your business is...
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Before hiring a teenager, be sure you know which jobs they can do and what their applicable hour restrictions are to avoid being hit by a DOL penalty.
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Hiring Teenagers Guidelines for Businesses
Teens-at-work breaks down teen hiring guidelines and youth employment laws, including which jobs they can do, how many hours they can work...
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Child Labor Laws (Hiring Teens) - Q&A
Here's a quick FAQ list that may answer some of your questions about Child Labor Laws.
Brad Fagergren, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
May 14, 2015
