Illinois employers that employ minor employees under 16 years old should consider including this model policy statement in their handbook to inform minor employees and their supervisors about legally required meal breaks and to demonstrate compliance with Illinois's Child Labor Law.
Updated threshold to reflect rules clarifying employer coverage and to include information on the handbook requirement under the Family Friendly Workplace Ordinance; and updated guidance to include employer requirements concerning written confirmation and forms.
Updated title for style (formerly Health and Safety); updated threshold to remove references to federal law; and updated statement for style and clarity.