Free Employment Law Compliance Checklist Template
Employment Law Compliance Checklist
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Date: [DATE]
Hiring Practices
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Develop and implement non-discriminatory hiring practices. |
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Verify completion of Form I-9 for all employees. |
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Ensure compliance with background check regulations. |
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Provide clear and lawful job descriptions. |
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Maintain records of applications and resumes for required periods. |
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Employee Classification
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Properly classify employees as exempt or non-exempt. |
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Distinguish between employees and independent contractors. |
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Ensure compliance with overtime regulations for non-exempt employees. |
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Regularly review job duties and classifications for accuracy. |
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Wages and Hours
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Ensure compliance with federal and state minimum wage laws. |
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Implement accurate timekeeping systems. |
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Pay employees overtime as required by law. |
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Provide timely and accurate paychecks. |
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Issue wage statements with the required information. |
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Workplace Policies and Procedures
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Develop and distribute an employee handbook. |
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Implement anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies. |
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Establish a complaint and grievance procedure. |
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Create a clear attendance and leave policy. |
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Ensure workplace safety compliance (e.g., OSHA standards) |
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Employee Benefits
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Comply with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements. |
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Provide Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) notices if applicable. |
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Offer COBRA continuation coverage for eligible employees. |
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Ensure compliance with retirement plan regulations (if applicable). |
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Review benefit plans annually for compliance and updates. |
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Recordkeeping
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Maintain personnel files securely and confidentially. |
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Retain payroll records for the required period. |
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Keep records of employee training and certifications. |
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Track and document employee leave and absences. |
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Comply with state-specific recordkeeping requirements. |
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Anti-Harassment and Discrimination
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Conduct regular anti-harassment training for employees and managers. |
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Investigate all complaints of harassment or discrimination promptly. |
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Implement corrective actions when necessary. |
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Post required Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) notices. |
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Monitor workplace culture for compliance and inclusivity. |
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Termination and Layoffs
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Follow lawful termination procedures. |
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Provide final paychecks within the required timeframes. |
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Offer severance packages as applicable. |
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Comply with the WARN Act for mass layoffs if applicable. |
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Document reasons and process for terminations. |
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Training and Development
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Provide orientation for new hires. |
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Conduct regular training on workplace policies. |
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Ensure supervisory training on employment law compliance. |
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Track completion of mandatory training programs. |
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Offer professional development opportunities. |
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Miscellaneous
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Display all required federal and state labor law posters. |
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Monitor changes in employment laws and update policies accordingly. |
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Conduct regular internal audits of HR practices. |
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Ensure compliance with local wage theft prevention laws. |
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Consult legal counsel for complex compliance matters. |
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