Adhering to federal, state, and local laws governing employment practices can be overwhelming for any employer, large or small. Not only is the sheer number of these rules and regulations daunting but they are everchanging making full compliance a demanding task. Minimum wage, overtime pay, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence, unemployment insurance, workplace health and safety, anti-discrimination laws – all required to be prominently posted for employees to view. Ensuring compliance with these and other labor laws may be intimidating but doing so is crucial to avoid legal liabilities including costly fines, penalties, and potential lawsuits.
Labor law compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are 8 steps to help ensure that your organization minimizes legal risk and efficiently adheres to labor law compliance mandates.
- Be Informed. Know which labor law posters are required for each and every one of your office locations. Different states and cities often have posting requirements special to their location. Check in with our Labor Law Poster Advisor to determine what is required for your business.
- Post Labor Laws in a Prominent Location. Display labor law posters conspicuously in an area that is frequented by employees on a regular basis. Make sure the posters are in each workplace to ensure full compliance.
- Stay Up-to-Date. Labor laws change frequently, mostly at state and local levels, and new laws are created. It is imperative to remain updated about mandatory changes and display newly required posters immediately. Our Automatic Poster Replacement Program delivers new posters to your business every time a federal, state, or city update occurs.
- Get Notified about Labor Law Changes. Subscribe to our Labor Law Update Newsletter to receive notifications of new and amended labor laws, comprehensive overviews of labor laws, and compliance advice.
- Review Policies and Procedures. Assess current company policies and procedures to confirm they align with labor law requirements. Consider any potential compliance issues and make necessary adjustments.
- Provide Employee Training. Educate your employees on labor laws requirements including both employer and employee responsibilities. Consider any regulations applicable to your specific industry.
- Regularly Conduct Audits. Auditing your compliance status includes reviewing policies, practices, and labor law posters to identify any non-compliance issues. Regular audits allow corrective action to be taken proactively.
- Partner with a Compliance Specialist. With 25 years of expertise, LaborLawCenter’s knowledgeable team of Compliance Specialists provides quality customized compliance solutions with a satisfaction guarantee you can trust.
Follow these 8 Steps to Labor Compliance and partner with LaborLawCenter for peace of mind knowing your compliance needs are fully met. Contact us today to see how we can help you customize your compliance solution.
