Washington SB5756 strengthens workplace safety and health protections for minors.

Washington SB5756 amends laws to enhance safety and health protections for working minors. The bill mandates that employers correct workplace dangers that could harm minors and prohibits minors from working under hazardous conditions. It also increases penalties for violations, including fines for failure to comply with work permit, maintenance record, and school authorization procedures. The bill requires the Department of Labor and Industries to revoke minor work permits and prohibit employers from obtaining them for at least 12 months if they violate safety and health requirements.

Washington SB5756 strengthens workplace safety and health protections for minors.

Washington SB5756 amends laws to enhance safety and health protections for working minors. The bill mandates that employers correct workplace dangers that could harm minors and prohibits minors from working under hazardous conditions. It also increases penalties for violations, including fines for failure to comply with work permit, maintenance record, and school authorization procedures. The bill requires the Department of Labor and Industries to revoke minor work permits and prohibit employers from obtaining them for at least 12 months if they violate safety and health requirements.