– HR Records, Registers & Returns

Introduction

Compliances under labour and employment laws are crucial for a business unit to ensure ethical and legal operations. Appropriate and timely compliances ensure that the organization avoids legal liabilities, fines, and penalties, promoting financial stability. It enhances the company’s reputation, building trust among stakeholders, government authorities, clients, and employees. Prioritizing compliances is not just a legal requirement but also a strategic imperative for sustainable business growth and positive corporate citizenship.

The training session aims to equip participants with the crisp knowledge and skills required to effectively manage and meet compliance obligations related to maintenance of various records, registers, notices, displays, and submission of statutory returns under various applicable Labour and Employment Laws on the Establishments and factories, which falls due in every quarter or at the end of a year in January. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal requirements, procedural aspects, and best practices to ensure adherence to Labour and Employments Laws in India.

Understanding the Applicability & Scope of Labor & Employment Laws

  • Overview of major Labour & Employment Laws as applicable to a Business Unit
  • Applicability and scope of different statutes

Specific Provisions and Requirement for Compliance Management

  • Analysis of various Monthly/ Quarterly/ Half Yearly/ Annual Returns and compliances to be submitted under each applicable Labour & Employment Law
  • Timelines and procedures for submission of monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual returns under The Factories Act, Minimum Wages Act, The Payment of Wages Act, The Maternity Benefit Act, The Payment of Bonus Act, The Contract Labour (R&A) Act, The Posh Act and Professional Tax Act & Rules.
  • Submission of Returns using Sharam Suvidha Portal and Manual Submission(s).
  • In-depth analysis of various records, registers, notices, displays required to be maintained under various laws

Designing your own Compliance Framework – Compliance Calendar

  • Developing a comprehensive compliance framework of a business Unit
  • Integration of compliance into daily operations – Designing Compliance Calendar

Compliance Audits and Inspections

  • Preparation for audits and inspections
  • Handling non-compliance issues and corrective actions

Who should Attend the Program :

HR Business Partners/ HR Managers/ Compliance Officers/ Company Secretaries/ Accounts& Finance Heads and Business Controllers of Indian and Multinational Companies, covered under Shops & Commercial Establishments and Factories Act.

Key takeaways :

By the end of the training session, participants will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of Labour and Employment law compliance, ensuring that their organizations meet statutory obligations effectively and avoid legal pitfalls.

Key Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the legal framework: Gain insights into the key labour and employment laws governing Commercial Establishments, Factories and Industrial Units.
  2. Identify applicable laws: Recognize the specific provisions and requirements relevant to different labour and employment statutes.
  3. Create a compliance framework: Develop a systematic approach to managing records, registers, notices, displays, and returns to ensure legal compliance.
  4. Ensure timely submissions: Understand the timelines and procedures for submitting monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual returns to regulatory authorities under all applicable Labour & Employment Legislations in India
  5. Display requirements: Grasp the nuances of displaying necessary information, notices, and compliances at the workplace.