The obligation
Queensland child employment law sets a minimum working age and limits when and how long school-aged children may work; the Code complements this law.
Generally, an employer must not require or permit a child under 13 to do any work, although a child of any age may do volunteer work or work in the entertainment industry. A child of at least 11 may do supervised delivery of newspapers, advertising material or similar items between 6am and 6pm. It is an offence for an employer to require or permit a school-aged child to work when they are required to attend school.
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- What
- Queensland child employment law sets a minimum working age and limits when and how long school-aged children may work; the Code complements this law.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Prohibited and Restricted Work for Children and Young Workers is a WHS requirement set out in Children and young workers code of practice 2006 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety > Young Workers > Prohibited Work.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Prohibited and Restricted Work for Children and Young Workers is a WHS obligation under Children and young workers code of practice 2006 (QLD). In short, Queensland child employment law sets a minimum working age and limits when and how long school-aged children may work; the Code complements this law.
What changed recently?
Prohibited and Restricted Work for Children and Young Workers was last updated on 9 October 2026.
