Play by the Rules to Stay Compliant
The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the Department of Labor (DOL) has increased its enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance among targeted employers and industries. Thanks to WHD’s larger staff, strategies to target high-risk industries, and a policy of employer responsibility for compliance, many organizations are at greater risk of FLSA investigations and lawsuits. Employers can combat these risks by reviewing FLSA standards with supervisors, maintaining and retaining appropriate employee records, and using a time and attendance system to help automate compliance.
