Right to Work check checklist
Discover how to conduct compliant right-to-work checks effortlessly with our step-by-step guide. Avoid common pitfalls, protect your business from fines of up to £60,000 per illegal worker, and ensure peace of mind with this actionable checklist tailored for UK employers.
Why this checklist?
Failing to carry out right-to-work checks correctly can lead to severe consequences:
- Costly Fines and Sanctions: Employers face fines of up to £60,000 per illegal worker for non-compliance.
- Damaged Reputation: A single oversight can tarnish your business's credibility with clients and stakeholders.
- Operational Disruptions: Failure to comply with Home Office regulations can lead to a suspension or revocation of your sponsor licence.
- Risk of Overlooking Key Steps: Without a clear process, you may inadvertently skip critical actions like verifying photo matches or retaining proof of checks.
Don’t leave your compliance to chance—use this checklist to stay proactive and protected.
What’s Inside?
This comprehensive checklist equips you with tools to simplify and standardise your compliance process:
- Step-by-Step Instructions: A clear breakdown of every stage in the right-to-work check process, from requesting share codes to recording results.
- Common Mistakes to Avoid: Insights on how to prevent errors like accepting expired documents or failing to repeat checks for limited-right-to-work employees.
- Templates for Recordkeeping: Ready-to-use templates to organize and maintain proof of compliance.
- Practical Compliance Tips: Best practices for ensuring checks are conducted accurately and consistently across your organisation.
Prepare your team and safeguard your business with confidence.
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