Snapshot

 

The following list of questions will provide a snapshot for you to use in determining whether or not you are complying with fundamental employment laws and regulations. You should know the answer to every one of these questions. Although a “No” answer does not necessarily mean you are in violation of any laws or regulations, you should understand why the answer is “No.” A link to the answer is provided for quick reference.  

Yes    No

Have you posted all required employee notices in conspicuous places (EEO, minimum wage, unemployment compensation, workers’ compensation, child labor, etc.)?

Yes    No

Do you keep all medical records separate from other personnel files?

Yes    No

Do you have all new hires complete I-9 forms and do you keep the I-9 forms separate from supporting documentation?

Yes    No

Do you retain employment records for as long as you should?

Yes    No

Do you know what questions you can’t ask job applicants, and which ones you should?

Yes    No

Do you check all job and personal references before hiring?

Yes    No

Do you have an employee handbook? If so, is it regularly updated, and do you include a clear statement that employment is at-will and not guaranteed?

Yes    No

Do you pay required overtime compensation to non-exempt employees, which can include salaried employees?

Yes    No

Do you have a written unlawful harassment policy, and are your employees aware of it?

Yes    No

Do you have a procedure for investigating employee complaints about harassment?

Yes    No

Do you test for drugs or alcohol in compliance with both Missouri and federal law?

Yes    No

Do you have a progressive discipline policy, and do your supervisors understand it and apply it consistently?

Yes    No

Are you aware of federal requirements regarding continuation of group health care coverage?

Yes    No

Does your company need an affirmative action policy?

Yes    No

Do you know if your employees are eligible for family and medical leave?

Yes    No

Are your employees represented by a union? If not, are you prepared for a union campaign?

Yes    No

Does your company have a plan for complying with WARN in the case of a mass layoff or plant closing?

Yes    No

Do you know the procedure for reinstating a veteran after military leave?

Yes    No

Does your company have an electronic mail, Internet, social networking and other communications policy?

Yes    No

Are you aware of how the federal Health Care Reform Act will impact your employee benefit programs?