The following limits apply to the hours that can be worked by young persons under 18 years of age –
| 14 Years Old | 15 Years Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Term-time | Nil | 8 hours |
| Holiday Work | 35 hours | 35 hours |
| Work Experience | 40 hours | 40 hours |
| Under 16s | 16 & 17 years old | |
|---|---|---|
| Early Morning | After 8.00 a.m. | After 6.00 a.m. |
| Night Work - with school the next morning | Up to 8.00 p.m. | Up to 10.00 p.m. |
| Night Work - with no school next morning (e.g. holidays, weekends) | Up to 8.00 p.m. | Up to 11.00 p.m **. (and not before 7.00 a.m. next morning) |
| ** Note – work beyond 10.00 pm requires Ministerial approval by regulation. Specific regulations have been made for Licensed Premises – contact Workplace Relations Customer Service (0818 80 80 90) for further details. See also the 'Code of Practice Concerning the Employment of Young Persons in Licensed Premises' | ||
| Under 16s | 16 & 17 Year Olds | |
|---|---|---|
| 30 minutes break after working | 4 hours | 4½ hours |
| Every 24 hours | 14 hours off | 12 hours off |
| Every 7 days | 2 days off | 2 days off |