Audit
Leave Policy Audit Checklist
Annual audit checklist to ensure your leave policies are compliant and competitive.
27 total items22 required
Intended for: HR teams conducting annual policy reviews
Policy Documentation
- All leave policies are in writingRequired
- Policies are included in employee handbookRequired
- Employees have acknowledged receipt of policiesRequired
- Policies have been reviewed in the past 12 monthsRequired
- Policies reflect current state/local law requirementsRequired
Federal Compliance
- FMLA policy meets DOL requirements (if applicable)Required
- ADA leave accommodation process documentedRequired
- Military leave policy complies with USERRARequired
- Required federal posters are displayedRequired
State & Local Compliance
- Sick leave meets or exceeds state minimumsRequired
- City/local ordinances have been reviewedRequired
- PTO payout policy complies with state lawRequired
- State-specific posters are displayedRequired
- Remote employee locations have been reviewed for compliance
Administration
- Leave tracking system is accurateRequired
- Accrual calculations have been verifiedRequired
- Manager training on leave policies is currentRequired
- Approval workflows are working correctlyRequired
- Leave records are being retained properlyRequired
Competitive Analysis
- Compared leave benefits to industry benchmarks
- Reviewed employee feedback on leave policies
- Analyzed leave utilization patterns
- Assessed impact on recruitment and retention
Risk Assessment
- No pending leave-related complaints or lawsuitsRequired
- Consistent application of policies across managersRequired
- No discrimination in leave approvalsRequired
- Proper confidentiality of medical informationRequired