A business that isn't aware of its HR responsibilities is, clearly, headed for trouble. HR compliance is a process; and there are several rules, laws and acts to consider, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), OSHA, sexual harassment, antidiscrimination laws, and more.
The Need for HR Compliance Training
Here's a quick checklist to help you understand your need for HR compliance training:
- Do your employees know what your Code of Conduct is and what activities constitute a conflict of interest?
- Do your employees know their FMLA and FLSA rights?
- Are all your offices and branches ADA compliant?
- Are EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) laws being followed?
What is the HR AUDIT?
In today's business climate, HR must be prepared to provide strategic direction, effective administration, a clear conception of company culture, and stability during periods of change.
The tools of an HR Audit include:
- Structured seminars on strategic HR management
- Mapping HR processes and analysis of HR and related legal documentation
- Structured interviews and discussion with employees
- Surveys
HR Compliance Tools
Managing employees on a daily basis can be a difficult task for businesses of any size. This where HR Compliance Tools come in; typical tools can include:
- Employee Handbooks
- Job Description Manuals
- HR Policy Check-ups
- State and Federal Law Handbooks & Resources
- Workplace Safety Manuals
- Compliance Posters
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law which became effective August 5, 1993. It provides certain employees with up to 12 workweeks of unpaid, job-protected leave a year and requires group health benefits be maintained during the leave. It presents a major HR compliance challenge for US businesses.
As the number of women in the workforce steadily increase (said to approach 50% by 2010), several challenges present themselves to HR professionals. The FMLA is a key HR legal compliance issue - to understand its provisions, explore the guidelines and manage its use effectively, Read More >>
The Employee Handbook
The company Employee Handbook is one of the most important communication tools between your company and your employees and a key to ensuring HR compliance. Not only does it set forth your expectations for your employees, it is a statement of the policies of the business and how business is to be conducted. Employee Handbooks are also often called Policy and Procedures Manuals. They also play a vital role in HR audits.
The Employee Handbook: Common Mistakes
- Not having the handbook reviewed by a lawyer
- Not taking into account federal and state laws
- Creating the long version
- Not providing a means by which employees can complain about harassment or discrimination
The Employee Handbook should be a living, breathing document. To understand the best ways to communicate your organization's policies, protect your organization, deal with disgruntled employees while maintaining HR legal compliance, Read More >>
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
The FLSA establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local governments. It is an important component in HR regulatory compliance.
The FLSA has been amended several times since its passage. To get an overview of the FLSA and its four provisions - minimum wage, hours of work, child labor and equal pay - and ensure your business fulfills HR legal compliance requirements - Read More >>
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