“Most teens are enthusiastic and eager to learn. They make my work a lot of fun. But teens can be injured on the job when they don’t receive adequate safety training and supervision.”
— Scott Silver, Oakland Zoo
YWLA @ UC Berkeley
Young Worker Safety Poster Contest Are you a California teen between 14 and 18? Design a poster highlighting job safety and health for teens and you could win a cash prize! Additionally, the first place winning poster will be distributed to schools and libraries throughout California, and sent out upon request. Contest Rules All youth…
Welcome to the Young Worker Health and Safety Website! Our goal is to help prevent California’s young workers from being injured or killed on the job. Find out more. The laws noted at this site are specific to California. If you are in another state, visit our National Young Worker Safety Resource Center page to…
The YWLA is a fun, interactive, all-expense paid, 3-day leadership training for teens on workplace safety, rights, and responsibilities…
Take a photo (this May) add a caption that highlights the importance of job health and safety for young workers and you could win a gift card! Learn more.
