Young people & work

The protection of young persons (employment) act 1996

Duties of employers

Employers must:-

See a copy of birth cert

Keep a register with the following:-

Full nsmeDate of birthTime work begins each dayTime work ends each dayRates of pay Total amount of pay

Age limit for a regular job is 16

For light work ...... 14 & 15 year olds

Light work

Part time (15 years)

Part of work experience

During the school holidays (must have a 3 week break in summer)

Maximum working hours