National Child Labor Law

The National Child Labor Law, also known as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), sets rules to protect children from dangerous or excessive work. It limits the types of jobs children can do, how many hours they can work, and at what ages. The law aims to ensure that work does not interfere with a child's education, health, or well-being. Generally, it restricts work for minors under 18 in hazardous jobs and limits hours for those under 16 in non-hazardous conditions, supporting a balanced environment for their growth and development.