Note: Businesses must post both a State poster and Federal poster to be in compliance.

To be in FULL compliance, both the state AND federal laws must be posted at every worksite. Obtaining the federal labor law posters is just as easy. We offer a 20" x 26" poster that includes all the federal labor law posters on one simple poster. It should be posted next to your state mandatory poster.

	Frequently Bought Together: Customers who purchase a Rhode Island State Only Poster will typically also purchase the Federal Only Labor Law Poster offered at $9.95. State and Federal law mandates that both the State and Federal labor law posters be posted at the workplace. Posting only the State poster will only satisfy part of the compliance requirement. Purchase both the State and Federal posters conveniently by selecting the + Federal Labor Law Poster option above.

	The Rhode Island State Poster Includes the Following State Posting Requirements: No Smoking Notice *New Family/Medical Leave Act Minimum Wage Right-to-Know Discrimination Notice   Unemployment Insurance Sexual Harassment Workers' Compensation Prevailing Wage Rate

	Additional Posters / Legal Forms for Rhode Island ( RI ) Employers: Poster Title   Who to Post     Rhode Island State Legal Forms   Rhode Island state specific legal forms for businesses to utilize through the hiring / employment / separation of any employee.     Forklift Poster   Any business that operates an industrial truck/forklift.     Choking Poster   The Health Department in most states mandates that a choking poster be posted in restaurants. It is mandatory in some states but highly recommended that if you run a business that serves beverages and/or food, you should post a choking poster in a common area.     OSHA Safety Communication   OSHA mandates that an employer with 10 or more employees post the 300A form in February of every year and keep the form posted until April!

The 2013 minimum wage rate for the State of Rhode Island is $7.75

• Unemployment Insurance - (rev. 1/2013) - Office hours and locations were replaced with options to view them on websites. TDD phone number was removed
• Workers' Compensation - (rev. 1/2013) - TDD phone number was removed
• Minimum Wage - (rev. 1/2013) - Update to reflect new  2013 Min. Wage increase to $7.75, along w/ new website listing
• Unemployment Compensation - (rev. 7/2011) - Update made to contact information
• Unemployment Insurance Poster - (rev. 11/2009) - Procedure and contact information has been updated
• Minimum Wage Poster - (rev. 9/2008) - Updated made to content
• Unemployment Benefits Poster - (rev. 5/2008) - Updated content and phone numbers

• Minimum Wage (NEW) (Rhode Island General Laws 28-12-11) Employers are required by law to post information regarding minimum wage laws and regulations. As mandated by Rhode Island Law, employees are entitled to overtime and wages that are in accordance with minimum wage statutes. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster displays this information in an easy-to-read manner. Post it in a conspicuous location.
• Workers Compensation (Rhode Island General Laws 28-29-13) As mandated Rhode Island Law, employees are entitled to certain rights should they become injured on the job. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster allows employers to display mandatory information regarding your employees’ Workers’ Compensation rights, protections and obligations.
• Parental and Family Medical Leave Act (Rhode Island General Laws 28-48-10(a)) Under Rhode Island law, you must post, in a conspicuous location, information regarding the Parental and Family Medical Leave Act. This includes an employers obligation to allow for unpaid leave should an employee need to tend to family matters including pregnancy, adoption, or to care for a family member who has a serious illness. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster displays this information on your behalf.
• Fair Employment (Sexual Harassment Discrimination) (Rhode Island General Laws 28-5-37) Employers are required to maintain a workplace free of sexual harassment discrimination, and must also inform employees of their rights and protections under the Code. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster conveys this information. Post it in a conspicuous location.
• Smoking (Rhode Island General Laws 23-20.10-7) As per Rhode Island Law, smoking is not permitted in the workplace. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster lets you display the mandatory “no smoking” sign in your workplace.
• Employment Security and Temporary Disability Insurance (Employment Security Act 28-44-38 and Temporary Disability Insurance Act 28-41-15) Under state law employers are strictly prohibited from discriminating against employees or applicants in regards to employment terms. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster displays required information regarding Employment Security and Temporary Disability Insurance. Simply post it in a conspicuous location, so that your employees are informed, and your company is compliant with Rhode Island law.
• Right to Know Law (Rhode Island General Laws 28-21-3) As mandated by Rhode Island Law, employers are required to inform all employees of any potential workplace exposure to chemical substances. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster displays this information on your behalf.
• Unemployment Insurance Employers must provide information to their employees regarding their rights, obligations and benefits with respect to Unemployment Insurance. A worker who becomes unemployed may be eligible to receive unemployment benefits. The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster displays this information accurately and clearly.
• Prevailing Wage Rate As mandated by the state of Rhode Island, no workers shall be paid less than the wage rate as specific under Davis Beacon for their specific trade(s). The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster displays mandatory information regarding the prevailing wage rate in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island and federal government mandate that both state and federal posters must be posted. For your convenience and preference, we currently offer both formats to assist you with your compliance needs. Posters are typically purchased separately (state and federal) due to a business’ preference, or if size doesn't permit, a single Complete poster that may be larger. We are the industry’s leading company that can provide you with either option including: the Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster, which includes all mandatory state requirements on a single poster for $21.95, and the mandatory Federal Poster for $9.95, which you can add to your order in the purchasing options above. We conveniently offer both formats.

Looking for a single poster that includes all mandatory regulations? Consider our Rhode Island Complete Labor Law Poster. This oversized poster includes all state, federal, and OSHA requirements on single poster for $29.95. This poster is typically attractive to businesses that just want everything on one poster, rather than purchasing multiple posters to meet compliance requirements.

The Rhode Island State Only Labor Law Poster mandates you fill-in key details. Fill-in the following section(s) on the poster:

• Right to Know – Employers are required to let employees know if hazardous chemicals reside in the workplace. Use this form to fill-in the name of the company representative who will respond to employee inquiries and concerns regarding chemical hazards in the workplace.
• Sexual Harassment – Provide employees the information they need should they fall prey to harassment at work. Use this section on your poster to fill-in the name and full contact details of the company representative who will respond to employee sexual harassment inquiries and concerns.
• Discrimination – Provide employees with the information they need if they need to file a complaint regarding discrimination. Use this section of your poster to fill-in the name, title, and full contact details of the company representative who will respond to employee discrimination inquiries and concerns.
• Workers’ Compensation – Employees need to have quick access to information should they become injured at work. Use this section of your poster to fill in the name of your insurance company, your adjusting company, their telephone number, and the policy effective date.

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