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The Michigan Permit form, also known as the Combined Offer of Employment and Work Permit/Age Certificate CA-7, is essential for minors aged 16 and 17 seeking employment. Along with this form, several other documents and forms are often required to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations. Below is a list of related documents that may be necessary in conjunction with the Michigan Permit form.
- Parental Consent Form: This document provides written permission from a parent or guardian for the minor to work. It is typically required to ensure that the minor's employment is approved by their legal guardian.
- School Attendance Record: This record verifies the minor's school attendance and performance. It may be required to ensure that the minor is maintaining adequate academic standards while employed.
- Age Verification Documents: These can include a birth certificate, driver's license, or other official identification that confirms the minor's age. Employers need this to comply with labor laws regarding the employment of minors.
- Job Description: A detailed outline of the minor's job duties and responsibilities. This document helps ensure that the job is appropriate for a minor and complies with state and federal regulations.
- Employer's Certificate of Compliance: This certificate confirms that the employer is following all labor laws and regulations regarding the employment of minors. It may need to be submitted to the issuing officer.
- Work Schedule: A document outlining the minor's work hours and days. This ensures that the minor's working hours comply with legal restrictions on youth employment.
- Health and Safety Training Certificate: This certificate shows that the minor has received training on workplace safety and health standards. It may be required for certain job types to ensure the minor's safety.
- Promissory Note Form: For some employment situations, especially those involving loans or advances, a Michigan Promissory Note may be required to establish the terms of repayment. This legal document clearly defines the borrower's promise to repay the specified amount to the lender under agreed conditions, which can be vital in maintaining transparency. To learn more, visit promissoryform.com/blank-michigan-promissory-note/.
- Hours Deviation Request Form: If the employer seeks to adjust the standard working hours for the minor, this form must be submitted to request approval from the Michigan Wage and Hour Division.
These documents collectively ensure that the minor's employment is safe, legal, and compliant with all relevant regulations. Proper documentation protects both the minor and the employer, facilitating a smooth employment process.
Michigan Permit Preview
State of Michigan
Combined Offer of Employment and Work Permit/Age Certificate
Permit Number for School Use (optional)
Employer Information:
•The employer must have a completed work permit form on file before a minor begins work.
•The employer must always provide competent adult supervision.
•The employer of the minor must comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations including nondiscrimination against any applicant
or employee because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, height, weight, marital status, or disability.
•The employer must return the work permit to the issuing officer upon termination of the minor’s employment.
Directions: Please type or print using an ink pen. See back of this form for summary of requirements.
Section I: To be Completed by Minor Applicant
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Section II: To be Completed by the Employer - Offer of Employment |
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Will the minor be working under an existing hours deviation granted by the Michigan Wage and Hour Division? [ |
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Section III: To be Completed by School’s Issuing Officer – Must be Signed by the Issuing Officer to be Valid |
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Form
Instructions for completing
Summary of Requirements
Who Needs a
Who Issues the Work Permit? The issuing officer is the chief administrator of a school district, intermediate school district, public school academy, or nonpublic school, or a person authorized by that chief administrator, in writing, to act on his/her behalf. A work permit may be issued by the school the minor attends, the school district where the minor resides, or the district where the minor will be employed.
Employment of Minors: A person under 18 years of age shall not be employed in, about, or in connection with an occupation which is hazardous or injurious to the minor’s health or personal
Instructions for Completing and Issuing:
1.The Minor completes Section I of the
2.The prospective Employer completes Section II.
3.The Issuing Officer verifies the age of Minor using the best available evidence and ensures compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
4.The Work Permit is issued by the Issuing Officer signing and dating the form in Section III.
5.The Issuing Officer maintains a copy for the school file.
6.The Minor returns the completed form to the Employer before beginning work.
The failure or refusal to issue a work permit by the school may be appealed by the minor in accordance with Public Act 306 of 1969.
Employer’s Responsibilities: The issuance of a work permit does not authorize employment of minors contrary to state or federal laws and regulations.
•Must have a completed work permit form maintained at the minor’s worksite before a minor begins work.
•Shall keep any approved deviation with parental consent on file at the minor’s worksite.
•Must always provide competent adult supervision.
•Must comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations including nondiscrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, height, weight, marital status, or disability.
•Records required by Public Act 90 of 1978, as amended, must be maintained, and made available for inspection by an authorized department representative.
•Must return the work permit to the issuing officer upon termination of the minor’s employment.
•Must post required workplace posters at worksite; Michigan Wage and Hour posters may be downloaded at www.michigan.gov/wagehour.
Issuing Officer’s Responsibilities: A copy of the
Hours of Work: Minors 16 years of age and older may work:
1.6 days in 1 week.
2.A weekly average of 8 hours per day.
3.10 hours in one day.
4.24 hours in 1 week when school is in session and 48 hours in 1 week when school is not in session.
5.Not more than 5 hours continuously without a documented
6.Between 6:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m., but not during school hours
7.Until 11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and when not regularly attending school, e.g., summer vacation.
Hours Deviations: At any time, an employer may apply through the Michigan Wage and Hour Division for a General Hours or an Individual Hours Deviation allowing the minor to start work before and end work after the times allowed by the act. The number of hours a minor may work during a day or week remains the same.
Michigan Youth Employment Standards Act (P.A. 90 of 1978): For information about the law, rules, and regulations contact the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Wage and Hour Division; PO Box 30476, Lansing, MI, 48909, phone
Federal Fair Labor Standards Act: For information about federal child labor provisions contact the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, at
Revocation of Permit: A permit may be revoked by the school issuing officer if: (1) poor school attendance results in a level of schoolwork lower than that prior to beginning employment or (2) the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity/U.S. Department of Labor informs the school of an employer’s violations of state or federal laws or regulations. Any minor who has a permit revoked shall be informed of the appeal process by the school.
Similar forms
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California Work Permit: Similar to Michigan's permit, this document allows minors to work while ensuring compliance with state laws regarding age and working conditions. It requires employer information, minor details, and school verification, much like the CA-7.
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New York Child Labor Permit: This permit is required for minors under 18 and includes details about the employer, minor, and job duties. Like Michigan's form, it emphasizes the need for school approval and adherence to labor laws.
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Texas Employment Certificate: This document serves as proof that a minor is legally permitted to work. It includes similar sections for employer and minor information, ensuring that the employment complies with Texas labor laws.
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Florida Work Permit: Florida's version allows minors to work while ensuring their rights are protected. It requires information about the job and the minor, similar to the Michigan permit, focusing on safety and legal compliance.
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Ohio Work Permit: This document is necessary for minors seeking employment in Ohio. It includes sections for the employer and minor, ensuring that both parties understand their responsibilities, much like the CA-7.
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Illinois Work Permit: In Illinois, minors must obtain this permit before starting work. It requires similar information from both the employer and the minor, ensuring compliance with state labor laws.
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Pennsylvania Work Permit: This permit is required for minors and includes sections for both the employer and minor, similar to the Michigan form. It ensures that the employment does not violate state labor laws.
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Georgia Work Permit: Georgia's work permit for minors requires information about the employer and the minor, ensuring that the work complies with state regulations, much like Michigan's CA-7.
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Misconceptions
Understanding the Michigan Permit form can be challenging, especially with various misconceptions surrounding it. Here are eight common misunderstandings that need clarification:
- Only minors in school need a work permit. Many believe that only students attending traditional schools require a work permit. However, home-schooled minors and those not attending school must also obtain one, unless they meet specific exemptions.
- Employers can hire minors without a work permit. Some think that employers can hire minors without completing the necessary work permit form. In reality, employers must have a completed permit on file before a minor can start working.
- All jobs are suitable for minors with a work permit. It is a common belief that a work permit allows minors to work in any job. This is incorrect. Minors are prohibited from working in hazardous occupations that could jeopardize their health and safety.
- Work permits are permanent. Some individuals assume that once a work permit is issued, it remains valid indefinitely. In fact, work permits are only valid until the minor turns 18 or graduates, and they must be renewed if the minor changes employers.
- Parental consent is not necessary. Many think that parental permission is irrelevant when obtaining a work permit. In truth, parental consent is a crucial part of the process, especially for minors under 18.
- Employers have no responsibilities regarding work permits. Some believe that once a work permit is issued, the employer has no further obligations. However, employers must maintain the work permit on file and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Hours worked by minors are unlimited. There is a misconception that minors can work as many hours as they want. However, there are strict limits on the number of hours minors can work, especially when school is in session.
- Revocation of a work permit is uncommon. Some may think that revoking a work permit is rare. In reality, a work permit can be revoked if the minor's school attendance drops or if the employer violates labor laws.
It is essential to have a clear understanding of these aspects to ensure compliance with the law and to protect the well-being of minors in the workforce.
Detailed Instructions for Using Michigan Permit
After gathering the necessary information, you can begin filling out the Michigan Permit form. This process involves completing specific sections of the form to ensure compliance with state regulations regarding minor employment. Follow these steps carefully to complete the application.
- Obtain the Michigan Permit form (CA-7) from your school or online.
- In Section I, fill out the following details as the minor applicant:
- Name of Minor
- Address
- City
- ZIP Code
- Age
- Date of Birth
- Last Four Digits of Contact Telephone Number
- Social Security Number
- Name of School (present or last attended)
- Last Grade Completed
- Type of Business
- School Status (check one)
- Name of Parent/Guardian
- Parent/Guardian Telephone
- Parent/Guardian Email Address (optional)
- In Section II, have the employer complete the following information:
- Name of Business
- Address
- Earliest Starting Time
- Latest Ending Time
- Hours per Day
- Number of Days per Week
- Total Hours of Employment per Week
- Applicant’s Job Title
- Hourly Wage
- Job Duties/Tasks to be Performed
- Equipment/Tools to be Used
- Will the minor be working under an existing hours deviation? (check yes or no)
- Signature of Employer
- Title
- Date
- In Section III, the school's issuing officer must:
- Verify the age of the minor using appropriate documentation.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
- Sign and date the form to issue the work permit.
- Once completed, the minor should return the form to the employer before starting work.
After completing these steps, the work permit will be ready for use. It's important to keep a copy for your records and ensure that all parties involved understand their responsibilities under the law.
Dos and Don'ts
Things to Do:
- Type or print clearly using an ink pen.
- Ensure all sections of the form are completed accurately.
- Provide the correct contact information for the minor and parent/guardian.
- Verify that the employer has a completed work permit form on file before starting work.
- Return the completed form to the employer before beginning work.
- Keep a copy of the work permit for your records.
Things to Avoid:
- Do not leave any required fields blank.
- Avoid using pencil or illegible handwriting.
- Do not submit the form without parental consent if required.
- Refrain from starting work before the permit is issued.
- Do not ignore the employer's responsibilities regarding supervision and compliance with laws.
- Do not forget to check for any required attachments, like the hours deviation if applicable.