Posting of employment-related posters in workplaces is a must to acquaint workers with their legal rights and duties. According to the United States Department of Labor (DOL), employers are legally required to display posters or notices associated with labor law in their work areas to avoid obtaining penalties or fines.
For small businesses and other employers, there are certain workplace poster requirements that apply to them. DOL requires employers to post posters that includes, but not limited to the following:
Job Safety and Health Protection poster
Pursuant to Occupational Safety and Health Act, employers engaged in a business related to commerce are required to post job safety and health protection posters. Any covered employer who fails to display this kind of poster may be subject to citation and penalty.
Equal Employment Opportunity poster
As per Executive Order 11246, employers holding federal contracts or subcontracts or federally assisted construction contracts of $10,000 or higher, are obligated to post EEOC posters. Covered employers should post the copies of the poster in conspicuous places available to their workers. Entities who fail to adhere may obtain appropriate contract sanctions.
Employees’ Rights for Workers with Disabilities Wage poster
In California, Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), requires businesses that employ disabled workers to post this poster to accustom their disabled employees with their legal rights.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Rights poster
Pursuant to FMLA, public agencies including state, local, and federal employers, and private sector employers who employ 50 or more employees, are required to post FMLA rights posters in their workplaces. If an employer refuses to display the poster, he or she may incur civil money penalty issued by the Wage and Hour Division.
Employee Rights Under Federal Labor Laws poster
Under Executive Order 13496, federal contractors and subcontractors are required to inform employees of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) by posting the required notification poster.
Employers should follow the guidelines set by DOT to make their employees aware of their legal rights under the federal and state laws. In California, employers who are having difficulty comprehending the legalities of posting labor law posters may consult with a California employment lawyer. Employment attorneys are well-adept with the technicalities involved in the requirements of labor agencies like DOT and Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH). In lieu with this, they will be able to provide all the necessary details that an entrepreneur needs when it comes to labor law.