Night work is prohibited for young workers.
For young employees in commercial and entertainment establishments, exemptions may be granted by the labour inspector on an exceptional basis.
A decree of the Council of State also determines the list of sectors for which the particular characteristics of the activity justify a derogation. An agreement or an extended collective labour agreement or a company or establishment agreement may define the conditions under which this authorisation may be granted in these sectors.
No derogation may be granted between midnight and 4 a.m., except in cases of extreme urgency as provided for in article L. 3163-3.
No exemption may be granted for the employment of minors under the age of sixteen unless they are those referred to in article L. 7124-1 in entertainment, film, radio, television or sound recording companies.