What is Shop License Auditing?

Shop license auditing involves a detailed review of a business’s compliance with local laws and regulations for obtaining and maintaining a valid shop license. The audit ensures that businesses meet all legal criteria under the Shops and Establishments Act, including employee welfare, working hours, and proper documentation, essential for securing the shop license.

Why Shop License Auditing is Important?

• Regulatory Compliance:   Ensures the business complies with local laws, preventing fines, penalties, or closure.
• Accurate Documentation:   Verifies that all required documents for shop license application or renewal are in order.
• Legal Protection:   Helps safeguard the business from legal disputes and labor law violations.
• Smooth License Renewal:   Facilitates timely and error-free renewal of the shop license, avoiding disruptions in business operations.

Scope of Shop License Auditing Services

1. Verification of License Requirements

   • Auditors review business type, employee details, and working conditions to confirm eligibility and compliance with shop license requirements.

2. Compliance with Labor Laws

   • Ensuring the business adheres to labor laws regarding working hours, minimum wages, leave policies, and employee welfare, as required under the Shops and Establishments Act.

3. Review of Documentation

   • Detailed examination of all necessary documents, including employee records, registration forms, and payment of fees, to ensure compliance.

4. Inspection Preparation

   • Helping businesses prepare for inspections by local authorities by ensuring all conditions for the shop license are met.

5. License Renewal Assistance

   • Auditors ensure the timely renewal of the shop license by reviewing any updates in compliance requirements and assisting with the renewal process.

Benefits of Shop License Auditing Services

• Ensures Legal Compliance:   Prevents legal penalties by ensuring full compliance with the Shops and Establishments Act.
• Improved Record-Keeping:   Helps maintain accurate documentation, which is essential for license applications and renewals.
• Efficient License Processing:   Streamlines the process of obtaining and renewing the shop license, avoiding delays or rejections.
• Legal Risk Mitigation:   Identifies and addresses any risks related to labor law compliance, reducing the chances of disputes or fines.

Our Shop License Auditing Services Include:

• Detailed audit of shop license eligibility and compliance with local regulations.
• Review of labor law adherence, including employee welfare and working conditions.
• Assistance with shop license application and renewal documentation.
• Preparation for inspections and ensuring all compliance criteria are met.