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At what age can a person become a factory worker in America?
Asked by ellsmell13
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Best Answer:
Without special circumstances, currently 18 years old.
In order to regulate health & safety, prevent child labor abuses and to help promote universal education, laws are in effect to cover this.
Special circumstances would be:
Getting a "work permit" if under 18. This allows the government to regulate hours and types of work and to make sure time is left for schooling if the person is not a high school graduate.
Family members of the owner are allowed to do work at an age where a non-family member cannot be hired to do the same thing.
There may be variations on this from state to state, but this is a summary of the common restrictions.
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18 as far as I know. under 18 maybe can, but would have very strict regulations such as hours, can't operate machinery, etc.
Answered by webjnke1
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It depends on the state and its laws.
Answered by maxfr8
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Yo Usmell.. I was using a bit of SARCASM that is why I called the dude an IDIOT. Anywho I think you need to be a factory worker at one of my clothing shops. Because you will not amount to much more.
Answered by oo_martin_luther_king_jr
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