| CRITERIA Exploitation of Labour Freedom of Association & Collective Bargaining Safe & Hygienic Working Environment Accommodation Child Labour Living Wages To Be Paid Working Hours Are Not Excessive No Discrimination Regular Employment No Harsh Or Inhumane Treatment Continual Improvement | | Child Labour - Law The minimum legal age of employment in industry is 16 (although certain exemptions apply to the agricultural sector and to apprentices). This means that:
- You should know the law about age of workers which applies to your operations.
- You should ensure that the law is applied.
- If you have young workers, you must ensure that:
- they do not do hazardous work
- they are not exposed to risks from chemicals, pesticides, dust, machines or tools
- they do not work overtime or at night
- they have access to education
- they have regular medical examinations
- If you have young workers, you should see whether it is possible to hire another adult family member in the child's place. If this is not possible, you must ensure the points above.
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