Personnel Records Management
Record-keeping requirements can be confusing since there are a numerous number of regulations that govern the aspect of employer personnel records management and retention. Not only are there federal requirements, but local and state statutes and regulations must be considered. In addition, there are obligations that are dependent on the number of employees at a company.
Why set-up a records management system?
Employers generate and receive a significant volume of records and it is important to have a comprehensive records management program.
- Controlling the growth and accessibility of company records
- Reducing operating and storage costs
- Improving efficiency and productivity
- Protecting sensitive employee information
Record-Keeping Includes:
- Avoid throw away files too early, combining files, and unapproved access to confidential files
- Maintenance of Employee Files
- Retaining Hiring Records
- Policy Development
- Destruction of documents
- Security and Privacy