Naturally, if you’ve got even just one employee, you should make accessible current state and federal employment law notices. Otherwise, you risk state and federal fines, penalties and lawsuits.
You’re aware the notices typically ban the box, cover COVID-19, paid leave, sexual harassment, and salary ban questions on hiring and pay equity.
Beware: Not all states and counties have the same regulations.
If your company has both on-site and telecommuters, you have to post the notices in the workplace. Plus, it’s advisable to post them electronically.
HR / Management: Avoid Errors in Labor Law Postings
For just a remote staff, here’s what to keep in mind in order to post electronically:
- Each of your employees must work away from your business location.
- Your employees must always get the information electronically.
- They must have immediate access electronically.
For more information, the Wage and Hour Division at the Department of Labor (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd), mandates you comply with posting requirements.
HR – Compliance with DOL Rules for Remote Workers
You’ll note the Service Contract (SCA) requires the same pay and benefits for union and nonunion employees is just a one-time requirement (see https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/government-contracts/service-contracts).This, of course, means it isn’t a continuous posting requirement.
You may use email in the distribution of notices to telecommuting workers as long as they typically receive emails from you.
From the Coach’s Corner, see these relevant management tips:
Is New Managing Approach Needed for Your Remote Staff? — If your company is relying on remote workers as the result of the coronavirus pandemic, you might need to be more astute in managing your staff. Here’s why and what you can do.
Guidelines to Meet FLSA Responsibilities for Remote Workers — As an employer, you have a myriad of responsibilities under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA ) for exempt and nonexempt workers who work at home.
Your Expense and Tax Obligations with Remote Workers — While there are advantages for employers with a remote staff, there are numerous financial issues to consider when you employ telecommuting employees. You need a written agreement. Here’s an overview.
Secrets on Giving Performance Reviews to Remote Workers — Certainly, virtual performance reviews are needed for telecommuters. Video tools are vital in performance reviews. They’re very telling. Here’s why and how.
8 Tips to Hurdle Barriers Preventing Best Management — Quality managers inherently know two concepts: 1. How to avoid the three typical obstacles to maximum efficiency. 2. They practice eight practices for best management.
Management – Improve Communication, Stop Rumor Mill — Gossiping and rumors hurt your staff morale and organizational performance. Such toxicity and negativity can also lead to expensive lawsuits. Here’s what you can do as a manager.
“One of the secret benefits of using remote workers is that the work itself becomes the yardstick to judge someone’s performance.”
–Jason Fried
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