Washington HB1644 strengthens workplace safety and health protections for minors.

Washington HB1644 enhances workplace safety and health protections for minors by imposing stricter penalties for violations that endanger minors. The bill mandates immediate restraining orders for conditions posing substantial risk of death or serious harm to minors. It also increases civil penalties for violations, including those related to work permits, hours, and breaks. Employers with multiple violations within 24 months face permit revocations and higher penalties. The bill requires annual reporting on citations, permit revocations, and workplace injuries involving minors.

Washington HB1644 strengthens workplace safety and health protections for minors.

Washington HB1644 enhances workplace safety and health protections for minors by imposing stricter penalties for violations that endanger minors. The bill mandates immediate restraining orders for conditions posing substantial risk of death or serious harm to minors. It also increases civil penalties for violations, including those related to work permits, hours, and breaks. Employers with multiple violations within 24 months face permit revocations and higher penalties. The bill requires annual reporting on citations, permit revocations, and workplace injuries involving minors.