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LSL Compliance Checklist for HR Managers

A practical checklist to ensure your organization meets all Long Service Leave obligations.

LSLCalc Team·5 January 2026·6 min read

Monthly LSL Compliance Tasks

Staying on top of LSL compliance requires regular attention. Use this checklist to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

1. Record Keeping

  • [ ] Verify all employee start dates are accurately recorded
  • [ ] Update records for any employees who have taken LSL
  • [ ] Document any breaks in service
  • [ ] Keep termination records with LSL payout details

    • 2. Eligibility Monitoring

  • [ ] Review employees approaching 5/7/10 year milestones
  • [ ] Prepare for upcoming eligibility conversations
  • [ ] Plan for potential leave requests
  • [ ] Update liability provisions

    • 3. Financial Reporting

  • [ ] Calculate current LSL liability
  • [ ] Compare to previous period
  • [ ] Account for salary increases
  • [ ] Report to finance/accounting team

    • 4. Policy Review

  • [ ] Ensure LSL policy is up to date
  • [ ] Verify compliance with current legislation
  • [ ] Communicate any changes to employees
  • [ ] Train new HR staff on procedures

    • Common Compliance Mistakes

    Mistake 1: Miscalculating service dates

  • Always use actual start date, not probation end
  • Account for any approved absences

    • Mistake 2: Forgetting part-time conversions

  • Track FTE changes over time
  • Calculate entitlements proportionally

    • Mistake 3: Missing pro-rata obligations

  • Check termination type carefully
  • Apply correct state rules

    • Mistake 4: Inadequate record keeping

  • Maintain all employment records
  • Keep for 7+ years after termination

    • Tools and Resources

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