Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal legislation that establishes standards for wage and hour requirements, including specific provisions for youth employment
Child Labor Provisions: Specific sections of FLSA that detail restrictions and requirements for employing minors, including prohibited occupations and work hour limitations
OSHA Requirements: Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations ensuring safe working conditions, with specific considerations for young workers
State Labor Laws: State-specific requirements for working permits, certificates, minimum age requirements, and hour restrictions that may be more stringent than federal laws
Compulsory Education Laws: State laws requiring mandatory school attendance and potential academic performance requirements for student workers
Work Hour Restrictions: Specific limitations on daily and weekly working hours during school days and non-school days, including break requirements
Prohibited Occupations: List of jobs and industries where minors are not allowed to work due to safety concerns or hazardous conditions
Documentation Requirements: Necessary paperwork including age verification, parental consent, school authorization, and health certificates where applicable
