Ensure the handbook includes key policies and has been acknowledged by staff.

Confirm clear policies against discrimination and harassment, with regular employee training.

Audit I-9 forms for completeness and proper storage, separate from personnel files.

Verify compliance with FLSA, including overtime rules and proper employee classification.

Ensure a comprehensive safety program is documented and actively implemented.

Verify clear plans for emergencies, including evacuation routes and designated meeting points.

Check for accurate and timely recording of workplace injuries and illnesses.

Confirm that first aid kits are stocked and personal protective equipment (PPE) is in good condition.

Ensure a documented policy covers how personal and sensitive information is handled.

Verify that sensitive files (digital and physical) are protected by access controls.

Confirm a written plan exists to manage and report a data security incident.