HR Risk Assessment Checklist Template

Proactively safeguard your organization with our HR Risk Assessment Checklist. Identify potential liabilities, ensure legal compliance, and build a resilient HR framework - all in one easy-to-use template.

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Legal and Regulatory Compliance

1 of 10

Assess adherence to relevant employment laws and regulations (e.g., EEOC, FLSA, ADA).

Last EEOC Compliance Training Date

State Wage & Hour Law Compliance Status

Number of Active Discrimination Claims

Summary of Recent Legal Audits and Findings

ADA Compliance Status

Copy of most recent I-9 audits

Date of last FLSA audit

Data Security and Privacy

2 of 10

Evaluate the security of employee data and compliance with privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Data Encryption Status

Number of Employee Records

Access Control Review Frequency

Last Data Security Audit Date

Data Privacy Regulations Compliance

Other (Specify)

Employee Relations and Workplace Culture

3 of 10

Assess risks related to employee morale, conflict resolution, and potential legal claims (e.g., discrimination, harassment).

Frequency of employee surveys conducted?

Number of formal complaints received in the past year?

Summary of key findings from recent employee feedback?

What types of training are provided to managers regarding employee relations?

Date of last Workplace Culture Assessment?

Does the company have a formal mediation process?

Description of the company's policy on addressing employee grievances

HR Technology and Systems

4 of 10

Identify vulnerabilities and risks associated with HRIS, payroll systems, and other HR technology.

Current HRIS System

Number of Employees Using HR Technology

Last Security Audit of HR Systems

Security Protocols Implemented

Description of Data Backup Procedures

Third-party vendor risk management process

Compensation and Benefits

5 of 10

Review pay equity, benefits compliance, and potential risks related to compensation practices.

Average Salary Increase Percentage

Pay Equity Analysis Conducted?

Healthcare Cost Trend Analysis (Percentage)

Last Benefits Audit Date

Benefits Offered (Select all that apply)

Summary of Executive Compensation

Recruitment and Hiring

6 of 10

Evaluate risks associated with hiring practices, background checks, and compliance with employment eligibility verification.

Background Check Authorization Received?

Date Application Received

Required Skills Verified?

Offer Letter Sent?

Number of Applicants Interviewed

Notes on Candidate's Interview Performance

E-Verify Status?

Performance Management

7 of 10

Assess fairness and consistency in performance evaluations and potential legal challenges related to performance-based decisions.

Last Performance Review Date

Review Method (e.g., Self, Manager, 360)

Overall Performance Rating (1-5)

Key Accomplishments during Review Period

Areas for Improvement

Performance Goals Achieved?

Employee Signature

Manager Signature

Termination and Offboarding

8 of 10

Review termination processes to minimize legal risks and ensure compliance with relevant laws.

Termination Date

Reason for Termination (Detailed)

Termination Type

Final Paycheck Amount

COBRA Notification Sent Date

Termination Documentation (Signed Forms)

Return of Company Property Status

Exit Interview Notes

HR Policies and Procedures

9 of 10

Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of HR policies and procedures in mitigating risks.

Policy Review Frequency

Last Policy Review Date

Policies Reviewed in Current Cycle (Select All That Apply)

Summary of Changes Made (If Any)

Updated Policy Documents (Upload)

Communication Method of Policy Updates

Employee Acknowledgement Rate (Percentage)

Notes on Policy Interpretation or Enforcement Challenges

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

10 of 10

Assess HR's preparedness for business disruptions and ability to maintain essential functions.

Number of critical HR systems

Last Disaster Recovery Plan Review Date

Summary of Key HR Functions Requiring Continuity

Critical HR Data Backup Locations

Next Scheduled DR Test Date

DR Test Type

Contact Information for Key HR Personnel (Emergency)

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