Are you a Working Teen?
Could I get sick or hurt on the job?
Every year 70 teens die from work related injuries in the United States. Another 64,000 get hurt badly enough that they go to a hopital emergency room.

Do I need a Work Permit?

YES! If you are under the age 18 and plan to work, you must get a work permit from your school (unless you have graduated)

What are my rights on the job?

By law, your employer must provide:
     -A safe and healthful workplace.
     -Training about health and safety, including information on              
      chemicals that could be harmful to your health.
     -Payment for medical-care if you get hurt or sick due to your job.
     -You may also be entitled to lost wages.
     -You should be paid minimum wage.

What are my safety responsibilities on the job?

To work safety  you should:

     -Follow all safety rules and intructions.
     -Use safety equipment and protective clothing when needed.
     -Look out for co-workers.
     -Keep work area clean and neat.
     -Know what to do in an emergency.

What if I need help?
    -Talk to your boss about the problem.
     -Talk to your parents or teachers.
     -If necessary contact one of these goverment agencies
      (your local can be found in the State Government pages)

Labor Standards Enforcement (under Industrial Relation Dept.)
to make a complaint about wage or hours.

Fair Employment and Housing to make a complaint about sexual harassment or dicrimination.
1-800-884-1684

Cal/OSHA Regional office: 1-818-901-5730
WORK HOURS FOR TEENS
Work Hours:
  
          Not before 7 a.m. or         
after 7 p.m. during the  
school year.

Not during school hours

7 a.m.-9p.m. during the summer

Maximum hours when school is  in session:

18 hours a week but not over

3 hours a day on school days

8 hours a day on Saturday, Sunday and holiday

Maximum hours when school is not in session:

40 hours a week

8 hours a day
Ages 14 and 15
Ages 16 and 17
Work Hours:

Not before 5 a.m.or after
10 p.m. on school nights

Not before 5 a.m. or after
12:30 a.m. when there is no
school the next day.


Maximum hours when school is in session:

48 hours a week but not over

4 hour a day Monday-Thrusday

8 hours a day Friday-Sunday and Holidays

Maximum hour when school is not in session:

48 hours a week

8 hours a day