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Pizza Chain Fined for Hazardous Child Labor Violations

1/17/2025

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Summary

JMP Pizza Violations

JMP Pizza Inc., which runs a Little Caesars in Farmington Hills, MI, faces $26,341 in fines for child labor violations.
Minors operated hazardous equipment, including a 900-degree oven, and exceeded legal working hours.
Federal law restricts 14- and 15-year-olds from baking and limits their work hours.
The U.S. Department of Labor stresses the importance of safe work environments for young workers.
The investigation revealed ongoing child labor compliance issues within the food industry.

Summary

Perdue Settles Violations

Perdue Farms Inc. will pay $4 million to settle child labor violations at its Virginia facility, plus a $150,000 civil penalty.
The U.S. Department of Labor identified minors operating hazardous equipment and working late hours, breaching the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Perdue and staffing agency SMX will enhance compliance measures and training to avoid future violations.
This settlement reflects a wider effort to address child labor issues in the meatpacking industry.

History

Historical Context

The recent child labor violations at JMP Pizza and Perdue Farms echo the historical struggles against child labor in the U.S. During the early 20th century, similar abuses prompted the establishment of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which aimed to protect young workers from hazardous conditions and excessive hours.

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JMP Pizza Violations

JMP Pizza Inc., which runs a Little Caesars in Farmington Hills, MI, faces $26,341 in fines for child labor violations.
Minors operated hazardous equipment, including a 900-degree oven, and exceeded legal working hours.
Federal law restricts 14- and 15-year-olds from baking and limits their work hours.
The U.S. Department of Labor stresses the importance of safe work environments for young workers.
The investigation revealed ongoing child labor compliance issues within the food industry.

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