{"id":4754,"date":"2016-04-04T10:47:41","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:47:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ability-fl-prod.internetbrands.com\/ability-law\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/required-labor-posters-state-guide.html"},"modified":"2026-10-30T09:29:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T14:29:05","slug":"required-labor-posters-state-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/required-labor-posters-state-guide.html","title":{"rendered":"What Labor Law Posters Are Required for Your Small Business? State Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\n

What Labor Law Posters Are Required for Your Small Business? State Guide<\/h1>\n\n
\n
\n By Susan Buckner, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Bridget Molitor, JD<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
\n

Editorial Note: We earn a commission from affiliate partner links on FindLaw. Commissions do not affect the editorial integrity of our legal content.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n

\n \n <\/i>\n Legally Reviewed\n <\/summary>\n\n
\n

This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \n <\/i>\n Fact-Checked\n <\/summary>\n\n
\n

The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

\n
\n
\n

Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n

Employers are required by law to display labor law posters, which are government-mandated notices that inform employees of their legal rights. These posters cover federal and state laws on topics like minimum wage, workplace safety, and non-discrimination. Posting these notices in a visible location is essential for legal compliance and avoiding potential fines.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

\n

Small-business owners who meet federal or state size requirements must have<\/span> state and federal labor and employment laws<\/span><\/a> displayed where they are visible to employees. Federal and state labor law posters are available for download on the corresponding Department of Labor websites. The posters are available in English and Spanish, and you can order them in other languages. Private vendors have better-quality versions of the required posters for sale.<\/span><\/p>\n

Workplace posters are often displayed in break rooms or locker rooms, although there is no required location for the signs. In most cases, federal notices must be displayed prominently or conspicuously at locations where notices to employees\u2014and, for some laws, applicants\u2014are customarily posted.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not all businesses need every compliance poster. Depending on the size and nature of your business, you may need some or all of them. Always check your state and federal requirements before printing and posting, as the laws can change.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the Required Federal Labor Posters?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The federal government has a roster of posters and labor law poster requirements for businesses of various sizes and types. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)’s<\/span> FirstStep Poster Advisor<\/span><\/a> can help you determine which posters you need when ordering. The most commonly used posters include:<\/span><\/p>\n