P.R. Laws tit. 29, § 479a

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§ 479a. Employment of minors, prior medical evaluation

The Secretary of Labor and Human Resources, or the person duly authorized or appointed by him/her, to grant authorizations for the employment of minors between sixteen (16) and eighteen (18) years of age, in any occupation related to construction which is carried out by any authorized employer, while attending vocational courses, or after the completion thereof, as provided by § 479 of this title. In order for the permit to be granted, the minor must be examined by a physician who shall issue a certificate establishing the physical capacity of the minor to be employed in the construction industry.

History —Aug. 10, 2002, No. 161, § 3, eff. 90 days after Aug. 10, 2002.