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Child Labor: Tennessee

Child Labor requirements for other states

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Brightmine Editorial Team

Summary

  • Minors in Tennessee are prohibited from working in certain occupations. See Prohibited Occupations.
  • Tennessee restricts the hours during which minors are allowed to work. See Hours of Work.
  • Employers must provide a 30-minute unpaid break or meal period under certain conditions. See Break Periods.
  • Before employing a minor, an employer must obtain proof of the minor's age. See Proof of Age.