When did children did stop working up chimneys?

Answer 1

Because of their size they were used to clean smaller chimneys. They could fit up most chimneys, which adults took advantage of and sent them up the chimneys instead of an adult. They were also cheaper, as they did not demand as much (if any) pay for the job.

Answer 2

In the UK, laws were passed in the mid-19th century to abolish child labor in hazardous industries such as chimney sweeping. The Chimney Sweepers Act of 1875 made it illegal for children under the age of 21 to be apprenticed into chimney sweeping. This effectively ended the practice of child chimney sweeps.

Answer 3

Because they were smaller and less likely to get stuck in a chimney. Plus, they could be paid less.