Suggestions for employers to stay violation free:

• Know the Labor Laws.

• Call the New Hampshire Department of Labor prior to implementing any new policy to ensure compliance with the New Hampshire Labor Laws.

• Call or visit the Department’s Web site once a year to request updates on any possible new laws or rules. (There is no charge for this information.)

• Contact the Department to schedule free training for staff or Managers on the New Hampshire Labor Laws and Rules.

Employer's Guide to Workers' Compensation - If you would like a copy of this Guide to be mailed to you, you may request one via our online Contact Form or you may print it directly from our website by clicking on the form name. This guide contains detailed summaries of most of the Workers' Compensation forms.

Commonly Asked Questions By Employers

Cost Containment Measures - Within the Workers' Compensation Statute, there are built in cost containment measures. These include the second injury fund, reimbursement for job modifications that aid in bringing an injured employee back to work, and third party actions.

Self Insurance RSA 281-A:5-a provides for any private employer, or any homogeneous group of employers who qualify, to self-insure their workers' compensation.