Staying compliant in today’s fast-changing regulatory environment isn’t just a legal necessity—it’s a strategic advantage.
An HR Compliance Audit offers employers a clear, proactive way to ensure their policies, practices, and documentation align with current employment laws while identifying gaps before they become costly issues. If you are provincially regulated and operating in Ontario, take the time to complete the checklist* below to determine your level of compliance.
| Harassment Prevention Policy and Training (Required under OHSA) |
| Violence Prevention Policy and Training (Required under OHSA) |
| Health and Safety Policy and Training (Required under OHSA) |
| AODA — mandated Policies and Training (Required under AODA) |
| Copy of the Occupational Health and Safety Act available in workplace. |
| Poster: “Health & Safety at Work: Prevention Starts Here” posted in your workplace. |
| Employment Standards Poster posted in your workplace. |
| Joint Health and Safety Committee (if your organization employs 20 or more employees) formed and trained. |
| Health and Safety Representative (if your organization employs more than 5 but less than 20 employees) selected and trained. |
| Disconnecting from Work Policy (required under ESA if your organization employs more than 25 employees) |
| Electronic Monitoring Policy (required under ESA if your organization employs more than 25 employees) |
| Pay Equity Plan (if your organization employs 10+ in private sector or if your organization is public sector) |
* This list is non-exhaustive and applies to provincially-regulated employers.
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