Delaware Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: Is A Work Permit Required For Employment Of A Minor?
  A: The minimum age for employment in Delaware is 14 years. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a work permit on file with their employer. A new permit is required when … More
• Q: Are There Restrictions On The Hours A Minor Can Be Employed?
  A: Minors 14­15 years of age are not permitted to work as follows: Before 7:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m.­ except from June 1st through Labor Day when the evening … More
• Q: What Does The Office Of Safety & Health Consultation Do?
  A: The Safety & Health Consultation office provides a comprehensive safety and health review for small businesses in Delaware in order to help employers comply with … More
• Q: What Is Sharp?
  A: This program provides incentives and support to small, high­hazard employers. The program recognizes employers who have demonstrated exemplary achievements in … More
• Q: What Is The Office Of Occupational Safety And Health Statistics?
  A: The Office of OSH Statistics collects and publishes statistics on work­related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Participation in the survey used to compile … More
• Q: How Much Compensation Can I Receive?
  A: The Schedule of Benefits that you will receive when you file your new claim provides the range of minimum to maximum benefits for which you may be eligible. The … More
• Q: How Do Earnings Affect My Benefits?
  A: You are allowed to earn 50% of your weekly benefit amount without any deduction. Any earnings over 50% are deducted. If your benefit amount is $100.00, you are … More
• Q: How Often Do I Have To File Claims?
  A: You must file a Weekly Pay Authorization every week you are claiming benefits. For unemployment, the week runs from Sunday to Sunday. Failure to return your Weekly … More
• Q: What Can I Do If I Am Denied Benefits?
  A: If you do not agree with your monetary determination, or if you disagree with a determination that you are ineligible/disqualified for benefits, you may request a … More
• Q: How Is The Hearing Conducted?
  A: Prior to the hearing, you may wish to prepare notes of the facts involved in your case, such as the dates events took place, to refer to during the hearing. You … More
• Q: What Can I Do If I Still Disagree With The Referee's Decision?
  A: If there is still a disagreement, any party may appeal to the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board. The appeal must be filed to the Board within 10 days of the mailing … More

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