HR Work From Home Compliance Checklist
Prepared by: [Your Name]
Company: [Your Company Name]
Date: [Date]
1. Employment Agreements & Documentation
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Ensure that work-from-home agreements are signed by both the employee and employer. | |
Include clear job descriptions and expectations for remote work. | |
Confirm that employees have received and acknowledged the company’s remote work policy. | |
2. Workplace Safety & Ergonomics
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Verify that employees have a safe and ergonomic work environment. | |
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards for remote work. | |
Provide guidance on workstation setup, including chairs, desks, and computer setup. | |
3. Equipment & Technology
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Confirm that employees have the necessary equipment (laptops, software, phone, etc.) to perform their duties. | |
Ensure IT policies are in place regarding the use of company-owned devices. | |
Check that security software and VPNs are installed and operational. | |
Provide IT support contact information for troubleshooting. | |
4. Data Security & Confidentiality
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Ensure that employees are trained on data protection, confidentiality, and security measures. | |
Implement password management protocols and multi-factor authentication for remote workers. | |
Ensure remote workers comply with all data protection laws and company privacy policies. | |
5. Work Hours & Availability
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Establish clear work hours and expectations for availability. | |
Implement a system for tracking work hours, if applicable (e.g., time tracking software). | |
Communicate expectations for response times during business hours. | |
6. Performance Monitoring & Communication
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Set clear performance goals and KPIs for remote employees. | |
Implement regular check-ins with managers to track progress and address concerns. | |
Ensure employees have access to communication tools for team meetings and updates (e.g., video calls, IM). | |
7. Payroll & Benefits
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Confirm that remote workers are paid in accordance with company policies and local laws. | |
Ensure that benefits (e.g., health insurance, retirement plans) are maintained for remote employees. | |
Verify that remote work allowances or stipends (if applicable) are provided and documented. | |
8. Compliance with Local & State Laws
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Ensure that remote work policies comply with federal, state, and local labor laws. | |
Consider any tax implications for remote employees working from different locations. | |
Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, including overtime eligibility. | |
9. Employee Well-being & Mental Health
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Offer resources for employee well-being, including mental health support. | |
Encourage work-life balance and provide guidelines on managing remote work stress. | |
Provide opportunities for employees to engage socially, even if remotely. | |
10. Termination & Transition Planning
Compliance Item | Completed |
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Ensure processes are in place for returning company equipment when an employee leaves. | |
Review protocols for employee offboarding in a remote work setting. | |
Make sure employees understand the protocol for returning to the office or transitioning back to in-person work, if applicable. | |
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