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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

BMT Office Administration

Training records. Acknowledgment of receipt of the employee handbook (When the company revises its handbook, provide a new version to all employees and have them sign a new confirmation of receipt and understanding.). Medical leave of absence requests. Family and Medical Leave Act paperwork. Cover letter.

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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

That’s not even mentioning all the paperwork involved in the onboarding process, such as employee handbooks , contact information, and direct deposit/banking information — just to name a few. They help maintain a safe workplace Does your organization require mandatory OSHA training?

Filing 52
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How long do employers keep employee records?

BMT Office Administration

These include performance evaluations , signed copies of your employee handbook , employee identification numbers, emergency contact information, awards, training records, and termination letters. Medical files. All employee documentation related to benefits should go in your medical files. Payroll files. Why is that?

Payroll 98