The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has recently published its latest Corporate Scheduling Announcement List (CSAL). This announcement identifies 973 companies that are scheduled for compliance review. At a glance, the list comprises of 922 Supply and Service establishment-based traditional compliance reviews, 30 Corporate Management Compliance Evaluations (CMCEs), 36 Functional Affirmative Action Program (FAAP) reviews, and 12 University reviews.
For legal professionals working in these identified companies, it’s essential to understand that the announcement serves as a pre-determination notice that they will undergo a compliance audit. These audits will thoroughly review employment practices and policies to ensure they meet the federal contract compliance requirements. Thus, as a precaution, these companies should begin preparing for these inspections, especially if they haven’t undergone one in recent years.
This new CSAL release continues the OFCCP’s practice of transparency in its compliance evaluations. However, it’s worth noting that the scheduling letters that officially establish the start of compliance reviews are yet to be sent. These letters give companies a comprehensive list of the documents that they need to submit for the review process. With the list’s publication, companies now have more time to gather the needed documents and establish their compliance reports before the vetting officially begins.
DCI Consulting advises employers with establishments in this CSAL and are due for an establishment review should be more proactive in their preparation. It is important to review your own practices, make any necessary adjustments, and consider seeking guidance from legal advisors to ensure all bases are covered and fully compliant.