Section 8: Prohibitions regarding young persons
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8. Prohibitions regarding young persons
No employer shall employ a young person in any activity involving—
(a) work with explosives;
(b) exposure to ionising radiation;
(c) work with heavy metals, including lead and mercury;
(d) work in the forestry and construction sector;
(e) work with or exposure to any form of asbestos;
(f) exposure to benzene or other harmful organic solvents;
(g) exposure to aromatic amines;
(h) exposure to prescribed noise or vibration;
(i) work in compressed air or in confined spaces; and
(j) any work which is harmful to the health and safety of that
person.
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Questions this section answers
- Can my employer make me work with explosives or radiation if I'm under 18?
- Can a 17-year-old be made to work in construction under this Act?