Author: ADP Admin/Tuesday, June 1, 2021/Categories: Bulletin News, Compliance Corner , Federal Compliance Update
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has updated its guidance on certain wage and hour issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Background:
The DOL enforces the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and has been providing answers to frequently asked questions about applying the FLSA's requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic. The FLSA establishes rules related to the minimum wage, overtime, hours of work, and recordkeeping.
Updated Guidance:
The DOL recently provided updated guidance on the following FLSA-related questions:
The DOL also updated a question on safety rules for home offices:
Compliance Recommendations:
Employers should review the DOL's FLSA guidance in full as well as any state and local guidance and ensure that their practices comply with all applicable rules. Please contact your dedicated service professional with any questions.
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