California Poster FAQs
Do California employment law posters need to be in a specific language?
Yes, California law requires employers to post labor law posters in a language other than English if a significant portion of their workforce is not proficient in English. While not all posters have specific language mandates, it is generally recommended to post in languages common among your employees, especially Spanish, given California's large Spanish-speaking population. This requirement ensures that all employees can be fully informed of their legal rights and protections in the workplace.
Do labor law posters need to be updated every year?
California workplace posters must be updated whenever there is a mandatory change to a state law or notice, which can happen at any time of the year. While some legal changes, such as a statewide minimum wage increase, will go into effect on January 1, other updates can occur mid-year. As such, simply relying on an annual poster purchase may not be sufficient to meet California's compliance standards.
How do labor law posters differ between California counties?
In California, labor law poster requirements differ significantly from county to county, and even from city to city. While state posters cover quite a bit, many local governments have enacted their own labor laws that require additional notices to be posted. The most common difference is related to local minimum wage laws, as many cities and counties have a higher minimum wage than the state-mandated rate. County posters are required in addition to the mandatory state and federal posters.