South Carolina Child Labor in Agriculture & Farming
Child labor laws on South Carolina and Federal levels have special provisions that apply to minors working in the agricultural industry, including working as farm hands, harvesting fruit or vegetables, etc. In many states, agricultural child labor laws focus on safety and tend to be less restrictive in terms of working hours than general child labor regulations.
In most cases, agricultural child labor laws do not apply to children working on their family's farm. Many traditionally agricultural states have less restrictive child labor laws in this area.
South Carolina Agricultural Child Labor Age Restrictions
According to South Carolina state law, the minimum age at which a minor may work in agriculture during school hours is 16. The minimum age at which a minor may work in agriculture outside of school hours is 14 years old, or 12 with parental approval.Minor Employment Certificate Requirements in South Carolina
No employment certificate is required for minors working in agriculture under South Carolina laws. No age certification is required for minors working in agriculture under South Carolina laws.South Carolina Agricultural Child Labor Restrictions on Working Hours
Maximum Working Hours for Minors Under 16
South Carolina law does not specify any limitations on maximum working hours for minors under 16 who are engaged in agricultural work.
South Carolina does not specify any limitations on the number of days per week that can be worked by minors under 16 who are engaged in agricultural work.
Nightwork Regulations for Minors Under 16
Nightwork is prohibited for minors under age 16 during the following time windows: Exempt
Prohibited Hazardous Agricultural Occupations for Minors
For agricultural employees 16 and under, South Carolina adopts the list of Federal hazardous occupations.
Other South Carolina Child Labor Laws
In addition to laws specifically regulating minors employed in the agricultural industry, South Carolina law has a variety of regulations that cover child labor in general. To learn more, see South Carolina child labor laws.
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