Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of HR Legal Compliance

• Understand the role of HR in legal compliance and risk management.
• Identify key labor laws and employment regulations applicable to the organization.
• Learn about corporate governance and HR compliance frameworks.

2. Employment Law and Workplace Policies

• Ensure compliance with employment contracts and offer letters.
• Develop legally compliant employee handbooks and HR policies.
• Address working hours, wage laws, and employee classifications.

3. Anti-Discrimination, Diversity, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

• Understand laws related to discrimination, harassment, and workplace inclusivity.
• Comply with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), ADA, and affirmative action policies.
• Implement workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

4. Workplace Health, Safety, and Employee Rights

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Develop workplace health and safety programs.
• Address whistleblower protections and employee rights violations.

5. Data Privacy and HR Record-Keeping Compliance

• Implement General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and employee data privacy laws.
• Understand HR’s role in cybersecurity and data protection.
• Establish best practices for maintaining and securing employee records.

6. Employee Termination, Retaliation, and Disciplinary Actions

• Follow legal guidelines for employee termination and layoffs.
• Address wrongful termination, retaliation claims, and legal disputes.
• Develop progressive discipline and performance management procedures.

7. HR Compliance Audits and Risk Mitigation

• Conduct internal HR compliance audits.
• Identify HR compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
• Align HR practices with corporate ethics and legal compliance programs.

8. Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyze real-world HR legal compliance challenges.
• Participate in mock investigations and compliance audits.
• Develop a customized HR legal compliance strategy for an organization.

Target Audience

• HR professionals and managers
• Legal and compliance officers
• Employee relations specialists
• Business managers and corporate executives
• Risk management and workplace ethics officers