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Child Labor Program

Bob Brandewie, Program Lead

Enforces the child labor law which is designed to protect the health, education and welfare of working minors in Florida. The program has two primary components within it's mission: (1) the law limits the amount of hours that minors may work, so that minors will be able and available for school; and (2) the law restricts the types of jobs minors may perform for safety reasons. Educating employers, public school officials, students, parents, and the general public is an integral part of proactive enforcement activities that help prevent future incidents of child labor law violations.

This website is your one-stop guide to Florida's child labor law. The purpose of the law is to protect the health and welfare of minors in the workplace and safeguard their education. This user-friendly site contains all the information you need about Florida's child labor work laws and contains up-to-date publications, forms and information about Florida's teen workforce. This site is designed to help guide teens, parents, employers and educators in their understanding of Florida's child labor laws. Components of the program may be viewed by selecting the following options.

• Employers If you employ minors between the ages of 14 and 17, view this section for required documents, posters, breaks, and work hour limitations.
• Educators Teachers and Administrators can view their responsibilities under the Child Labor Law.  Learn about worksite agreements, waivers of the law and find a listing of our frequently asked questions.
• Parents & Teens Find out about work permits, hour limitations, breaks, and waivers of the law.
• Entertainment Industry There are special limitations for minors employed in the Entertainment Industry.  Find out what permits are required prior to employment.
• Prohibited Occupations There are both state and federal laws prohibiting minors from employment in certain occupations.
• Safety Information The workplace can be a dangerous environment for teens. View teen safety sites and tips for employers, as well as learn how to reduce workplace injuries.
• Enforcement If you wish to report an alleged violation of the Child Labor Law, contact this office.
• Child Labor Presentations and Training If your business or school would like a member of our team to train you on the Child Labor Law, visit this site for contact information.
• Child Labor Laws Poster Employer’s who hire minors 14-17 years of age are required to post the Florida Child Labor Law Poster.  Access this site for a legal size poster.
• Additional Links for Child Labor Information View various federal agency sites which cover teen safety and health, and hour and hazardous limitations.