The Connecticut Wage Order 7A and 7B applies to individuals employed or permitted to work in any occupation in the mercantile trade. Under the Connecticut Administrative Code, the mercantile trade is defined as “the trade of wholesale or retail selling of commodities and any operation supplemental or incidental thereto, including, but not limited to, buying delivery, maintenance, office, stock and clerical work. Repair and service employees may be excluded if the major portion of their duties is unrelated to the mercantile trade.” Covered employees must be paid wages not less than the minimum provided in the order.
Posting Requirement
The Connecticut Wage Order 7A and 7B must be posted and maintained in a conspicuous place in every room where employees covered by this order are employed.