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Georgia Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: Are There Restrictions On The Hours A Minor May Be Employed?
  A: There are only restrictions for minors 15 years of age and under. They are as follows: 3 Hrs on a school day 8 Hrs on a non­school day. 18 Hrs in a school week. … More
• Q: Where Can I Get More Information On Child Labor?
  A: For more information contact: Georgia Department of Labor­Child Labor Section Phone: (404) 656 ­ 3613 More
• Q: Are Minors Prohibited From Working In Any Specific Occupations?
  A: Minors who are 17 years of age or under may not work in certain hazardous occupations. Examples of such occupations are: manufacturing and storing explosives; motor … More
• Q: Are There Special Requirements For Employment In The Entertainment Industry?
  A: Employment in the entertainment industry requires special application and certificate of consent. The employer must complete an Application for the Employment of … More
• Q: What is the minimum wage in Georgia?
  A: The current minimum wage in Georgia is $5.15 per hour. This does not apply to: Any employer that has sales of $40,000.00 per year or less; Any employer having five … More
• Q: Am I Entitled To Meal And Rest Breaks?
  A: No. An employer is not required to provide meal or rest breaks. More
• Q: What Is The Law For Child Support And Employers?
  A: Georgia Statute 19­11­9.2 requires all Georgia employers to report all newly hired employees.
• Q: Why Do We Need This Law?
  A: Prompt reporting of new hires improves child support collections and reduces public assistance costs.
• Q: Who Needs To Report?
  A: Employers or labor organizations in the State of Georgia.
• Q: Whom Must Employers Report?
  A: Employers shall report all employees who reside or work in the State to whom the employer anticipates paying earnings. Employers must also report rehires or the return … More
• Q: Is Anyone Exempt From This Law?
  A: No one is exempt from this law.

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