Mandatory Workplace Notice

Updated 2026-05-17

A mandatory workplace notice is a poster or document that employers are legally required to display in a prominent location at their place of business. These notices serve to inform employees and job applicants of their rights and responsibilities under various federal and state labor and employment laws.

Examples of such notices include the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law Poster, which is issued by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) (EEOC) and summarizes federal anti-discrimination laws, primarily based on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Other common mandatory notices cover topics such as minimum wage, occupational safety and health, and family and medical leave.

Failure to display required workplace notices can result in penalties for employers. These requirements are a form of regulatory compliance, ensuring transparency and awareness of legal protections for workers.