What Kind Of Jobs Are Minors Prohibited From Doing?

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What Kind Of Jobs Are Minors Prohibited From Doing?

Federal and State law forbids the employment in occupations deemed hazardous. Refer to the The Teen Worker Pamphlet listing of prohibited occupations.

Other Indiana Labor and Employment FAQs

Q: What is the minimum wage in the Indiana?
A: The minimum wage in Indiana is currently $6.55. The minimum wage applies to employers of two or more employees. However, it does not include any employer who is … More
Q: Can My Employer Terminate Me For No Reason?
A: Indiana is considered an "employment atwill" state. This means that Indiana employers may hire, fire, promote, demote, layoff, suspend, set their own work hours … More
Q: Must My Employer Pay Me For Sick Days, Personal Days And Holidays?
A: Indiana law only requires that employers must pay employees for actual time worked. As a result, employers are not required to pay for sick days, personal days, or … More
Q: Is My Employer Required To Give Me Time Off For Lunch Or Breaks?
A: If you are over 18 years of age, Indiana law does not require your employer to give time off for lunch or breaks. Indiana employers must provide a continuous … More
Q: If I Am Fired, When Is My Last Paycheck Due?
A: If you quit or are fired, your paycheck is due by midnight of your next regularly scheduled payday.
Q: Is A Work Permit Required For Employment Of A Minor?
A: Minors under the age of 18 must obtain a work permit before beginning a job. Exceptions include: newspaper carriers, golf caddies, domestic service workers, … More
Q: Are There Restrictions On The Hours A Minor Is Permitted To Work?
A: The number of hours teens may work differs based on age, time of year, and parental permission. School day hours differ from the nonschool day hours. Sixteen and … More
Q: Can I Work Two Part Time Jobs?
A: No. You can only hold one work permit at a time and each work permit is issued for a specific employer. If you quit that job, a new work permit may be issued for … More
Q: What Are The Eligibility Requirements To Receive Unemployment Benefits?
A: Three things determine if you qualify for benefits. 1. How much money you earned in the base period (wages): Your base period is the first four quarters out of … More
Q: How Much Compensation Can I Receive?
A: Your Weekly Benefit Amount (WBA) is shown on your "Wage Transcript and Benefit Computation". Your WBA is based on the highest wages you earned in any one quarter of … More