You are starting your own health business and are employing staff. What are your legal obligations as a business owner? List at least 10.

1. Injury management

2. Worker's Comp

3. Safe workplace

4. Follow equal opportunity laws

5. Minimum pay

6. Employment condition regulations

7. Pay taxes

8. Ensure that employees are legally allowed to work in the United States

9. Follow mandated reporting standards for abuse and neglect

10. Keep accurate employment records

Explanation:

You are legally obliged to have a documented injury management system that outlines the steps to be followed if an injury occurs in your workplace. Penalties can apply if you fail to meet this obligation.

You are legally required to have workers’ compensation insurance for your staff, including contractors and any family members who work in your business. This insurance is mandatory if you employ people.

You are legally obliged to ensure a safe workplace and look after the health and safety of your employees and customers. Penalties can apply if you do not meet your Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) obligations.

When recruiting staff it is unlawful to discriminate based on gender, age, marital status, religion, race, impairment, pregnancy, family status etc.