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Below are checklists that can help save you time and simplify compliance.

Workplace Poster Chart
Workplace Poster Chart
California employers are subject to a variety of state and federal laws requiring workplace postings. This chart summarizes the required posters, specifies the version you should have posted, and, where applicable, provides links to the posters. . . .
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Immigration: Summary of Acceptable Employment Verification Documents
January 2005
Immigration: Summary of Acceptable Employment Verification Documents Do you know which documents are acceptable for completing the I-9 form? The government has made some changes to the list of acceptable documents for List A, even though the I-9 form itself doesn't reflect these changes. As mentioned in the accompanying story, new legislation will permit you to electronically store I-9 employment verification forms . . . more
New Hires: Getting Orientation Right; A Checklist for the First Day
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New Hires:
Getting Orientation Right; A Checklist for the First Day Here's a look at the components of a successful orientation program, along with a detailed checklist to make sure everything's covered on the new employee's first day. Most organizations today provide orientation programs for newly hired employees. Employers have found that the value of a good orientation cannot be overestimated when . . . more
Sample Self-Certification Safety Checklist for Telecommuters
Sample Self-Certification Safety Checklist for Telecommuters Ask workers to complete this safety inspection form before you approve a telecommuting arrangement . . . more
Terminating Employees--Sample Termination Checklist
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Terminating Employees--Sample Termination Checklist We've put together an easy-to-use checklist to help you cover the required information and complete necessary steps during a termination, and to help you avoid unnecessary fines or potential lawsuits. . . . more
Hiring: Checklist for Drafting (or Revising) Job Applications
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Hiring: Checklist for Drafting (or Revising) Job Applications Employment applications are typically the gateway to your hiring process. Not only do they contain information that will give you your first impression of a job candidate, but they also provide an easy and standardized way to assess . . . more
Voting Leave Checklist
Voting Leave Checklist Have you posted information about employee voting rights at least ten days prior to a statewide election? . . . more
California COBRA Notice Checklist
California COBRA Notice Checklist Use this form to ensure your organization properly advises employees and their dependents of their rights to continued health coverage . . . more
Drug and Alcohol Standards Checklist
Drug and Alcohol Standards Checklist Are you aware of California and federal regulations that affect your employees or workplace? . . . more
Providing References Checklist
Providing References Checklist Providing references for current and former employees can be tricky. Improperly handling such requests can lead to lawsuits and claims from both the individual and the new employer . . . more
Literary Assistance Checklist
Literary Assistance Checklist Does your organization have 25 or more employees? . . . more
Hiring Checklist: Verifying Applicant Information
Hiring Checklist: Verifying Applicant Information This checklist is intended only as a general guide . . . more
Paid Leave Administration Checklist
Paid Leave Administration Checklist Are employees advised of what forms of paid leave they are given and how the leave may be used? . . . more
Parent School Visit Leave Checklist
Parent School Visit Leave Checklist Has the employee provided you with reasonable prior notice of the need for leave to attend an activity at a school or day care facility? . . . more
Pregnancy Leave Checklist
Pregnancy Leave Checklist Have you made four months of disability leave available to the employee regardless of length of employment . . . more
Exit Interview Checklist
Exit Interview Checklist This checklist is intended only as a general guide . . . more
Hazard Analysis Checklist
Hazard Analysis Checklist By conducting a hazard analysis at your worksite, you can identify the physical requirements of each job, develop safe job practices, determine whether any personal protective equipment is needed, and discover if you are at risk of having a workplace accident . . . more
Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) Compliance Checklist
Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) Compliance Checklist This checklist is intended only as a general guide . . . more
Discrimination Prevention Checklist
Discrimination Prevention Checklist Are your Department of Fair Housing and Employment posters placed in prominent locations? . . . more
Disability Insurance Compliance Checklist
Disability Insurance Compliance Checklist General SDI questions and posting requirements . . . more
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