Student Work Permit (Working Papers)
The Pennsylvania Child Labor Law (CLL) was enacted to "provide for the health, safety, and welfare of minors by forbidding their employment or work in certain establishments and occupations, and under certain specified ages." The CLL requires minors to obtain work permits prior to beginning work. This law, with the exception of farm work or domestic service in a private home, covers work in any establishment other than the minor's residence.
The Child Labor Law procedures serve as a guide and summary of the major provisions of the Pennsylvania Child Labor Act. Questions pertaining to compliance with employment laws and regulations should be directed to the L&I Bureau of Labor Law Compliance.
If you have any questions or would like to apply for a Student Work Permit (Working Papers) please email Sheron Brown-Greene, Secretary, Oakmont Administration Building at sbrown-greene@haverfordsd.net.
Work Permits may be obtained at:
Oakmont Administration Building
50 East Eagle Road, Havertown, PA 19083
(610) 853-5900 ext. 7000.
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday
8:30 am to 4:15 pm
To get working papers in Pennsylvania, you can:
- Obtain an application for a work permit from District office
- Have your parent or legal guardian sign the application
- Provide proof of age, such as a birth certificate, passport, or driver's license
- Bring the completed application and proof of age to the school to be processed
- Sign the work permit in the presence of the issuing officer
- Obtain an Application for Employment Certificate or Transferable Work Permit at the main office in the Oakmont Administration building, 50 East Eagle Road, or you can download the form here. You will need Adobe Acrobat to open the file.
- For individuals who are under 16 years of age, a written statement by the minor's parent or legal guardian acknowledging understanding of the duties and hours of employment and granting permission to work subject to the provisions of 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904 (relating to unsworn falsification to authorities). The form titled LLC-75 Parental Acknowledgement of Minor's Duties and Hours of Employment can be found on the Department of Labor and Industry's website.
* If parent/guardian accompanies the student, parent/guardian must sign the completed APPLICATION for the student to receive the work permit with a form of identification. The student should bring their Student ID in addition to legal documentation showing the minor's birth date (i.e. birth certificate, driver's license/learner's permit, passport, or baptismal certificate).