HR & Compliance Blog

Current status of India Labour Codes and Kerala rules, plus verified wage, EPF, ESI, Shop Act and welfare-fund changes with official sources.

Review when a reporting mechanism is required, how to handle concerns and how to protect confidentiality under current law.

Review the safety duties and records that apply to your workplace. Requirements depend on activity, worker category, building and current rules.

Check whether the building needs Fire and Rescue Services clearance, follow the current NOC route and keep workplace precautions aligned with the approved plan.

A practical guide to headcount, hiring, retention and payroll metrics. Define each measure consistently before comparing teams or periods.

Set clear expectations for work hours, equipment, data and safety. Check how current employment rules apply to remote staff.

Organize policies, employee procedures and key records in one handbook. Review each section against current law and workplace practice.

Set job-related expectations, support and review dates in a performance plan. Apply consistent processes and document decisions fairly.

A risk-based audit checklist for Kerala employers covering applicability, payroll, EPF, ESIC, half-yearly PT, welfare funds, records, working time and POSH.

Map employee, payroll, contribution and safety records to the rules that apply. Verify the current forms, retention periods and filing duties.

Kerala lists registration within 60 days and annual renewal from November. Check current fees and portal steps with the Labour Commissionerate.

Kerala Professional Tax is administered by local bodies. Understand the half-yearly liability and check the payment channel and procedure with your local body.