State Labor Laws in Utah

Before moving further into the article, let us talk about3. Discrimination
Utah. Utah is known for being one of the mostThis act prohibits service discrimination on the basis of
marvelous states in the western part of United States.gender, race, religion, color, national origin, age, and
It is not only a nice place to visit but also a great placedisability. Utah's law also prohibits work discrimination on
to live and work. Various laws are made to protectthe basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related
the rights of workers in this state.conditions. If any owner is found guilty then he or she
In this article I would like to state some of the statewill be severely punished.
labor laws which are applicable in Utah. Let us start4. Safety and protection at work place
with it.It is the first and foremost duty to an employer to
1. Minimum wageensure a safe working environment to all the workers.
As of July 24, 2009, the Utah minimum wage is $7.25According to this law each owner should provide his
per hour. Minor employees, who are under 18 years ofworkers, a place of employment which is free from
age, may be paid $4.25 per hour, as a training wage,any kind of hazards that may cause serious physical
for the first 90 days of employment. Workersharm to the workers.
receiving tips of at least $30.00 per month may be5. Work place injury
paid a cash wage of $2.13 per hour. All workers whoIf an injury is caused to an employee at work place
put in over 40 weekly hours are entitled to a minimumthen he or she is entitled to receive compensation
wage of at least 1.5 times the regular applicablefrom the owner.
minimum wage.6. Utah labor law posters
2. HarassmentIt is mandatory on owner's part to post an updated
If you will be found guilty for any kind of harassmentand correct labor law poster in the work place so that
then you will definitely be punished very badly. Theworkers are well aware of their rights.
employer is answerable for any kind of mishappeningsThese are some of the laws which are being followed
that may arise at work place. This law is basicallyin this state. Make sure that you provide the best
made to make sure that the women are wellworking conditions to all the employees.
protected in all the companies.