New York Labor Law Poster Requirements
New York employers may be required to display a combination of state and federal workplace notices where employees and applicants can readily view them. Additional posting requirements may also apply based on employer size, industry, workforce, federal contractor status, or local jurisdiction.
Labor Law Compliance Center provides New York workplace posting solutions including state-only posters, state and federal combination posters, federal contractor poster sets, city and local workplace notices, specialty posters, and digital posting options.
New York State and Federal Labor Law Posters
Employers looking for a convenient all-in-one workplace posting solution can choose the
New York State & Federal Labor Law Poster
.
This combination poster brings generally required New York and federal workplace notices together in one easy-to-display format.
State and federal combination posters can simplify workplace posting management by reducing the need to display multiple separate posters. Employers with multiple New York locations should review the requirements that apply to each worksite.
New York State Labor Law Posters
Some employers prefer to display New York state notices separately from federal workplace postings. State-only posters can be useful for organizations that already maintain federal posters independently or need to replace only the New York portion of their workplace postings.
New York State maintains multiple workplace posting requirements covering subjects such as minimum wage, unemployment insurance, employee protections, and other labor standards. Employers should review their required notices periodically to make sure applicable postings remain current.
New York State Specialty Workplace Posters
Some New York employers may need additional workplace notices based on industry, workforce, employer type, or specific state requirements. These specialty postings can apply in addition to generally required state and federal labor law notices.
Review our
New York State Specialty Workplace Posters
for available supplemental notices and posting solutions.
New York City and Local Workplace Posters
Employers with locations in New York City or other local jurisdictions may be subject to additional workplace posting requirements beyond statewide and federal notices.
New York City employers, for example, may have additional notice obligations involving employee rights, protected time off, discrimination protections, and other local workplace laws.
Visit our
City & Local Ordinance Labor Law Posters
section to review available local posting solutions.
New York Federal Contractor Posters
Businesses performing work under certain federal contracts or subcontracts may be subject to additional workplace posting requirements beyond notices generally required for private-sector employers.
Employers should determine whether federal contractor posting requirements apply to their organization based on the type of contract, applicable regulations, and workforce.
New York Digital Labor Law Posters
New York employers should also review electronic notice requirements that may apply to workplace postings. Labor Law Compliance Center offers
eViewer Labor Law Poster System
to provide employees with convenient online access to workplace notices.
Employers can also review available
New York Online Posters
and additional options in our
Booklets and Electronic Posters
category.
Electronic access may supplement required physical postings and can provide remote and hybrid employees with convenient access to workplace notices. Employers should review the requirements applicable to each notice before relying on electronic posting alone.
Keep New York Workplace Posters Current
New York and federal labor law posting requirements can change throughout the year. The
Labor Law Poster Replacement Plan
helps employers keep covered workplace postings current by providing replacement posters when mandatory changes affect content included in the selected plan.
Employers can also review
historical state minimum wage information
and
historical city minimum wage information
for additional reference.
Why New York Employers Choose Labor Law Compliance Center
Since 2005, Labor Law Compliance Center has helped employers across the United States stay informed about workplace posting requirements. New York employers rely on us for practical compliance resources, current poster options, local posting solutions, digital posting options, and knowledgeable customer support.
- Serving employers nationwide since 2005
- More than 20 years of labor law poster experience
- Attorney-reviewed and compliance-focused content
- Free compliance updates
- Volume discounts for multi-location employers
- Fast shipping
- U.S.-based customer support
Which Labor Law Notices Are Required in New York?
New York employers must display workplace notices applicable to their businesses under state and federal law. Required postings depend on employer size, industry, workforce, location, and other coverage requirements. Some employee rights must also be communicated through written notices or policies rather than workplace posters.
Common New York Workplace Posting Requirements
- New York Minimum Wage: Employers must display the applicable New York State minimum wage notice. Requirements may vary by industry and geographic region.
- Unemployment Insurance: Employers covered by New York's unemployment insurance requirements must display the appropriate Notice to Employees (IA 133).
- Discrimination and Equal Employment Rights: Covered employers must display applicable New York State Human Rights Law notices concerning discrimination and workplace protections.
- Retaliation and Whistleblower Protections: New York Labor Law Section 740 requires employers to inform employees of applicable whistleblower protections through a workplace notice.
- Workers' Compensation and Disability Benefits: Employers must display applicable coverage notices, commonly supplied by their insurance carriers.
- Correction Law Article 23-A: Employers must display the applicable notice concerning the use of criminal conviction records in employment decisions.
- Veterans' Benefits and Services: Public and private employers with more than 50 full-time employees must display the applicable New York veterans' benefits notice.
- Industry-Specific Requirements: Restaurants, food service establishments, construction contractors, agricultural employers, and certain other industries may have additional posting obligations.
Additional federal, local, and employer-specific requirements may apply. Not every notice is required for every New York employer.
New York Employee Notices and Written Policies
Some New York employment laws require employers to distribute written notices or policies rather than simply display a workplace poster.
- Wage Theft Prevention Act: Employers must provide covered employees with applicable written pay notices, including wage rates and designated paydays.
- Sexual Harassment Prevention: New York employers must provide employees with a written sexual harassment prevention policy and required training.
- Breast Milk Expression Rights: Employers must provide the applicable New York State policy on employees' rights to express breast milk at work, including at hiring and annually thereafter.
- Paid Prenatal Leave: New York private-sector employees are generally entitled to 20 hours of paid prenatal leave during the applicable 52-week period. This employee leave entitlement should not be confused with a universal requirement to display a separate paid prenatal leave poster.
Employers should distinguish between workplace posting requirements, employee notice distribution, written policy obligations, and training requirements.
Official New York Labor Law Posting Resources
Employers can verify applicable posting obligations through the New York State Department of Labor's official posting requirements. This resource identifies workplace notices and explains which employers must display them.
The New York State Department of Labor also provides information about required employee notices, including written pay notices and other employment-related communications.
For additional information about paid prenatal leave, employers can consult the New York State Paid Prenatal Leave Employer Guidance.
New York City and Local Posting Requirements
Employers operating in New York City and other local jurisdictions may have additional posting and employee notice obligations beyond statewide requirements. These may involve paid safe and sick leave, worker protections, fair scheduling, and other local employment ordinances.
Explore our New York City and Local Ordinance Labor Law Posters for available local posting supplements.
Employers with industry-specific posting needs can also browse our New York State Specialty Posters for additional workplace notices.
When Should New York Labor Law Posters Be Replaced?
New York employers should review required workplace postings whenever applicable state or federal agencies revise mandatory notices. Some postings also change because of new legislation, geographic wage schedules, employer coverage, or industry-specific requirements.
A new calendar year alone does not automatically require every employer to replace every workplace poster. Employers should determine whether the applicable notice has changed and whether the revised version must be displayed.
Frequently Asked Questions for New York Employers
Do New York employers need labor law posters?
Employers should display the federal and New York workplace notices that apply to their business. Specific posting requirements may vary based on employer size, industry, workforce, federal contractor status, and other applicable factors.
Can New York state and federal notices be combined on one poster?
Yes. Many employers choose a
New York State & Federal Combination Labor Law Poster
to place generally required New York and federal notices together in one convenient display.
Where should New York labor law posters be displayed?
Required workplace notices generally should be displayed in conspicuous locations where covered employees and applicants can readily view them. Employers should review the posting instructions associated with each required notice.
Do New York City employers need additional workplace posters?
New York City has additional workplace notice requirements that can apply beyond New York State and federal postings. Employers with New York City locations should review the local requirements that apply to each workplace.
Do New York employers need electronic labor law postings?
New York employers should review the electronic-access requirements applicable to their workplace notices. Digital access can also help provide remote and hybrid employees with convenient access to required workplace information.
Do remote New York employees need access to labor law posters?
Employers with remote or hybrid employees should review the posting requirements that apply to their workforce. Electronic posting may supplement physical workplace postings where permitted or required.
How often should New York labor law posters be replaced?
Posters generally should be updated when a mandatory posting change affects a notice that applies to the employer. A new calendar year by itself does not necessarily mean every workplace poster must be replaced.
Are Spanish or bilingual New York labor law posters available?
Spanish and bilingual poster options are available for certain New York workplace posting products. Employers should select the format appropriate for their workforce and applicable posting requirements.
What if my company has multiple New York locations?
Employers with multiple New York locations should evaluate the posting requirements for each worksite, particularly where New York City or other local requirements differ between locations.
For additional guidance, visit our
Labor Law Poster Frequently Asked Questions
.
