Keeping teens safe at work this summer
Summer break is nearly here for Minnesota teens and many may be looking for employment. Before hiring teens, employers should review the state’s child labor laws.
New child labor video from Department of Labor
DLI has created a new video to help teen workers, parents, employers and educators learn about child labor laws. View it here.
Legislature updates prohibited teen work activities
The Minnesota Legislature modified two teen work restrictions to now allow 16- and 17-year-old employees to:
- operate certain power driven lawn equipment when employed by a golf course, resort, municipality or rental property owner; and
- operate amusement rides at fixed-site amusement parks.
View the details and conditions of this new law.
Federal youth labor laws
In addition to Minnesota’s child labor laws, the U.S. Department of Labor also oversees and enforces child labor laws. Employers must follow both state and federal child labor laws.
Learn more about federal child labor laws.
Questions? Contact a member of our payroll or HR On-Demand team at (888) 388-1040.
