Local, state and federal labor regulations are dynamic and continually changing. Adding to this complexity is the fact that small and mid-size companies' compliance obligations may differ from larger organizations.

But financial and legal exposure can be mitigated by insuring mid-to-top level management is well versed in relevant guidelines and compliance mandates. Sound policies, practices and procedures can preempt employee-driven problems, avoiding financial and legal exposure.

WorkPlace Synergy can assist with your risk mitigation needs by:

• Conducting human resources audits to measure compliance and document required improvements

• Developing or updating company policies to ensure compliance with legislation on hiring, firing, discrimination, harassment, FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, Employment at Will, etc.

• Training managers and supervisors on avoiding the most troublesome, expensive and common employment problems such as harassment and discrimination

• Evaluating workplace health, safety, security and employee privacy to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations

• Developing and implementing occupational injury and illness prevention, safety incentives and training programs

• Counseling senior management on employee relations flashpoints and effective conflict resolution

• Conducting investigations of potential workplace harassment situations and advising on strategies to resolve them

• Monitoring the legislative and regulatory environment for proposed changes and their potential impact on the organization