The U.S. Department of Labor is committed to providing smooth paths to compliance with the laws we enforce. Our compliance assistance resources and self-audit programs aim to help employers, unions and employee benefit plan officials proactively review and correct potential violations – without formal investigations or litigation.
All Related Programs & Initiatives
Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID)
WHD's Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program helps employers resolve potential FLSA minimum wage and overtime violations, and certain potential FMLA violations.
Featured Spotlights
Help for employers on pay and leave laws
Here’s how the PAID program helps employers comply with key labor laws.
How self-audits help build a culture of compliance and trust
Our new self-audit initiative is designed to help employers, benefits plan administrators, and unions proactively comply with the laws we enforce.
Explore Helpful Tools
Explore top tools that help you access application forms, trainings, guides, and other useful resources.
Learn about Employer and Worker Rights
Find guidance and answers on federal labor laws for employers and workers.
Explore eLaws Advisors
Use tools to learn rights and responsibilities for employers and employees.
Download Required Posters
Learn about the federal workplace posters required for employee notifications.
Need help?
Get additional assistance from: Wage and Hour Division (WHD) for wages and hours, Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) for benefits, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for safety and health, and Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) for labor-management compliance.