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Basic Human Resource (HR) Audit Checklist
Employment laws are ever changing. Workplace lawsuits are on the rise. Fines for non-compliance can
add up quickly and deplete your hard earned profits. The average lawsuit settlement is $165,000 before
you pay lawyer fees; if you suffer through a jury trial when faced with litigation, it could cost you
millions of dollars. Conducting a Human Resources (HR) audit is a smart way to make sure your
organization is legally compliant, as well as, uncover illegal processes.
The HR audit is the process of examining intensely and objectively the organization’s HR policies,
procedures, documentation, systems, practices and strategies to protect the organization from litigation,
establish best practices, and identify opportunities for improvement. An objective review of the
employer’s “current state” can help evaluate whether specific practice areas are adequate, legal, and
effective.
In a nutshell, the HR Audit gives organizations the opportunity to assess what the organization is doing
right, as well as how things might be done differently, more efficiently, or at a reduced cost. It also helps
the company identify outsourcing opportunities and cost saving strategies.
To begin your HR audit, it is a great idea to have your company mission, vision, and values in mind to
align the audit to your company goals. The first step is gathering as much information as possible,
including: Organizational chart, mission, vision, values, employee handbook, policies, procedures, CBA,
job descriptions, forms, etc. Once the information is gathered, you can then determine if the information
aligns with actual practices. If deficiencies are identified, it is important to take steps to correct those
issues.
The audit process consists of a succession of questions covering the primary components of the HR
function. The following checklist can help you audit your HR department.
Organization
☐Is there a mission and vision statement?
☐Are the HR goals aligned with the organizational goals and strategies?
☐How many managers and supervisors does the company have?
☐How many full-time employees? Part-time employees?
☐How many hours per week define full-time? Part-time?