HR Compliance Checklist Template

Ensure your HR practices are legally sound and protect your business! This comprehensive HR Compliance Checklist Template covers essential regulations, from hiring and onboarding to performance management and termination. Stay organized, minimize risk, and maintain a legally compliant workplace. Download now and simplify your HR management!

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

1 of 10

Ensuring compliance with EEO laws and regulations.

Last EEO Policy Review Date

EEO Policy Posted in Accessible Location?

Number of EEO Complaints Received in Past Year

Summary of EEO Complaint Resolution Process

Diversity Training Conducted in Past Year?

Date of Last Diversity Training Session

Which protected classes are specifically addressed in your EEO policy?

Describe any recent updates or changes made to your EEO program.

Wage and Hour Laws

2 of 10

Verification of compliance with FLSA, state minimum wage, and overtime rules.

Federal Minimum Wage Compliance

State Minimum Wage Compliance

Overtime Rate (Federal)

Overtime Rate (State)

Last Wage & Hour Audit Date

Exempt Status Determination Method

Description of Timekeeping System

Method for Tracking Meal/Rest Breaks

Leave Management (FMLA, ADA, State)

3 of 10

Tracking and adherence to leave policies and legal requirements.

FMLA Leave Start Date

FMLA Leave End Date (Estimated)

Number of FMLA Leave Days Used

Reason for FMLA Leave

ADA Accommodation Provided?

Description of ADA Accommodation (if applicable)

State Leave Request Date (if applicable)

Number of State Leave Days Used (if applicable)

Anti-Discrimination & Harassment Prevention

4 of 10

Reviewing training programs, policies, and reporting procedures.

Last Policy Review Date

Policy Distribution Method

Number of Employees Trained (Last Year)

Training Topics Covered

Summary of Recent Policy Updates

Reporting Channel Availability

Copy of Anti-Harassment Policy

Background Checks & Hiring Practices

5 of 10

Verification of legal compliance in recruitment and onboarding processes.

Background Check Authorization Form Obtained?

Number of Background Check Vendors Used

Criminal History Check Policy Compliant?

Last Policy Review Date

Types of Background Checks Performed (Select all that apply)

Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Compliance Status

Notes/Comments on Background Check Practices

Recordkeeping & Reporting (EEO-1, VETS)

6 of 10

Maintaining accurate records and submitting required reports to regulatory agencies.

Last EEO-1 Component 1 Report Submission Date

Number of Employees Reported in EEO-1

Reporting Method for EEO-1 (Online/Paper)

Date of Last VETS-42B Reporting

Number of Veterans Reported in VETS-42B

Notes Regarding VETS-42B Data Collection and Validation

Confirmation of Compliance with Record Retention Policies

Attach Copy of Recent EEO-1 Component 1 Report

I-9 Verification & E-Verify

7 of 10

Compliance with employment eligibility verification requirements.

Employee Start Date

Form I-9 Completed?

Copy of I-9 Form

Document Type (List A)

Document Expiration Date (MM/DD/YYYY)

E-Verify Case Created?

E-Verify Case Number

E-Verify Result

Data Privacy & Security (GDPR, CCPA)

8 of 10

Protecting employee personal data and adhering to privacy regulations.

Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) Conducted?

Number of Employee Records Processed

Last Data Privacy Training Completion Date

Summary of Data Security Measures Implemented

CCPA Notice Provided to Employees?

Copy of Data Privacy Policy

Data Subject Rights Procedures in Place (Select all that apply)

Contractor Compliance

9 of 10

Ensuring compliance for independent contractors and contingent workers.

Contractor Classification (W-2 vs. 1099)

Contractor Risk Assessment Notes

Contract Start Date

Contract Expiration Date

Hourly Rate (if applicable)

Services Provided (Check all that apply)

Contractor Agreement

Worker's Compensation Insurance Coverage (Contractor)

Safety and Health (OSHA)

10 of 10

Reviewing safety protocols and compliance with OSHA regulations.

Last OSHA Inspection Date

Number of Reported Safety Incidents (Last Year)

Summary of Corrective Actions Taken for Safety Incidents

Hazard Communication Program?

Safety Training Topics Covered (select all that apply)

Copies of Safety Training Records

Name of Safety Coordinator

Date of Next Safety Committee Meeting

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