Timley Advice: Human Resource Audits

When is the last time you audited your human resource systems and controls?

One of the greatest threats a business owner faces comes from human resource related issues with their management and employees.  From discrimination and sexual harassment claims, to claims of unfair termination, wage and hour or benefit issues, it's critical a business owner reviews their human resources on a regular basis to insure compliance with federal and state laws, as well as protecting the business from potential costly litigation.

Business owners should conduct an audit of their human resources at least once a year.  As part of this audit, we recommend 14 areas for a business to focus on when conducting the audit, including (1) recruiting & interview procedures, (2) interviewing & selection process, (3) employment application review, (4) reference checks, (5) job offers, (6) new employee orientation checklist, (7) policies and procedures for new employees, (8) compliance with state laws, (9) compliance with federal laws, (10) business non-harassment policies & procedures, (11) wage and hour issues, (12) employee records, (13) employee relations, and (14) employee benefits.

Within each of those 14 areas are 3-15 specific areas to check off, and we'd be happy to provide our current clients with a copy of the human resource audit template if it you call our office and/or submit the request, and work with you to complete this audit.  In addition, we have access to dozens of forms and templates available by request, including employment applications, employee evaluations, new hire forms and checklists, state required posters, and more.