I didn’t find it difficult to locate the child labor laws for the state of Louisiana. They are quite similar to the other states’ child labor laws which I have read. These can, of course, be found on the Louisiana Child Labor Law Posters. When it comes to labor laws, employers are required to post these in the workplace. The Louisiana Child Labor Law Posters need to be placed in a conspicuous area where all employees have access to them, like a break room or work area.
All of the states limit the jobs that a minor can hold. In Louisiana, minors are restricted from many jobs that are considered to be hazardous. Some of these include, but are not limited to, mining, quarrying, stone cutting, anything with explosives, sawmills, logging and the use of power machinery.
I found that it is necessary for employers to hold an employment certificate for any minors working in their establishment. The employer must maintain a file on each minor worker at the job site including this certificate.
The hour restrictions for minors wishing to work are rather extensive. For those under the age of 16, it is not permitted to work more than 8 hours in a day, or more than 6 days in a row. When they work 5 hours or more at one time, they are required to be given a 30 minute meal break, as well.
The other restrictions include that minors under 16 may not work when school is in session, before 7 AM and after 7 PM (extended to 9 PM from June 1st to Labor Day), more than 3 hours a day and 18 hours a week. Outside of the time school is in session, a minor under 16 may not work more than 40 hours per week.
This is just a summary of the child labor laws for the state of Louisiana. If you want more detailed information, you can find it on the Louisiana Child Labor Law Posters. When you need additional information, you can probably find all you need on the Louisiana Complete Labor Law Poster.
