Think of this as your HR oil change.

You don’t need a full-blown overhaul — just a quick check under the hood to make sure your people processes aren’t headed for a breakdown.

Here’s how to audit your HR practices in just 10 minutes, so you can catch issues early, stay compliant, and protect your business.

1.  Hiring & Onboarding

Ask yourself:

• Do we have up-to-date job descriptions?
• Are we using consistent offer letters?
• Is our onboarding process documented?

👉 Why it matters: Outdated job descriptions and sloppy hiring practices are a legal risk. (Here’s why.)

2.  Required Policies & Posters

Ask yourself:

• Do we have a current employee handbook?
• Are all required labor law posters displayed and updated?

👉 Why it matters: These aren’t just helpful — they’re legally required. (See our checklist.)

3.  Timekeeping & Payroll

Ask yourself:

• Are we tracking hours properly (especially for non-exempt employees)?
• Are we compliant with minimum wage and overtime laws?

👉 Why it matters: Wage and hour violations are one of the top reasons small businesses get sued. (Here’s what to know.)

4.  Health & Safety

Ask yourself:

• Do we have an Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)?
• Have employees completed required safety training?

👉 Why it matters: Cal/OSHA can inspect you without notice. Being proactive matters. (Start with this.)

5.  Leaves & Accommodations

Ask yourself:

• Do we understand leave laws (FMLA, CFRA, pregnancy disability)?
• Are we documenting requests and certifications correctly?

👉 Why it matters: Leave missteps are easy to make and costly to fix. (Brush up here.)

Bonus: Are You Documenting Everything?

If it’s not written down, it didn’t happen. Performance issues, warnings, training — it all needs documentation.

A 10-Minute Audit Can Save You Hours of Headaches

Most small business owners don’t have time for a full HR audit. But this quick quarterly check? It’s fast, simple, and powerful.

If something feels off, don’t guess — get help. We offer advisory services and compliance checkups for exactly this reason.

Contact Consult HR Services.