On June 6, six departments, including the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) formulated and issued the System for Eliminating Child Labor at Workplaces and Strengthening Special Labor Protection for Underage Workers at Workplaces (Model Text) (the "Model Text").

The Model Text aims to guide employers in formulating sound regulations and rules, or provide reference for the execution of labor contracts with underage workers, covering general provisions, recruitment management, publicity and training, labor protection, supervision and inspection, as well as supplementary provisions. Among others, the Model Text specifies that, relevant education and training on occupational safety and health shall be provided to underage workers before they take up their jobs. Meanwhile, employers are required to hold featured training on elimination of child labor and special labor protection for underage workers, or incorporate relevant contents of such featured training into various training. The Model Text also clarifies that, employers shall not arrange underage workers to engage in any operation that is exposed to occupational disease hazards or any work that is prohibited by the state; they shall not arrange underage workers to engage in any labor in for-profit entertainment venues, bars, or business premises providing internet access service.

(Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security of China)