Child Labor: Washington
Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.
Author: Gloria Ju
Summary
- Washington's child labor laws regulate the employment of minors under 18 years of age.
- Washington prohibits employers from employing minors in certain occupations. See Prohibited Occupations.
- The law limits the hours minors can work, depending on their age. See Hours of Work.
- Minors have rights to rest and meal periods, which differ depending on the minor's age. See Break Periods.
- Employers must obtain a work permit. See Employment Certificates / Work Permits.
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