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Indiana Labor Law Poster Requirements (2026)
Indiana employers face a unique compliance landscape. The state operates its own OSHA program (IOSHA), maintains a minimum wage that hasn't changed since 2009, and recently added new posting requirements for veterans and youth employment. Combined with federal obligations, most Indiana employers must display 9 or more workplace notices.
This guide covers all federal and Indiana state poster requirements for 2026, including the new Veterans' Benefits & Services poster (July 2024), updated Work Restrictions for Youth Employees (January 2025), and IOSHA penalty structures. For a broader overview, see our complete guide to labor law posters.
2026 Indiana Updates
Minimum Wage
Indiana's minimum wage remains at the federal floor—where it has been for 16 consecutive years:
| Category | 2026 Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard minimum wage | $7.25/hr (federal minimum) |
| Tipped employees | $2.13/hr (federal tipped minimum) |
| Training wage (under 20) | $4.25/hr (first 90 days) |
Indiana is one of 20 states that have not set a minimum wage above the federal rate. Previous legislative attempts to raise the minimum (SB 106, HB 1345, SB 121) have not passed. Employers must display the Indiana Minimum Wage poster at all locations.
Recent Poster Changes
2024-2025 Updates:
- Veterans' Benefits & Services (July 2024): Required for employers with 50+ employees
- Work Restrictions for Youth Employees (January 2025): Required when employing 14-15 year olds
- Workers' Compensation (2025): Updated to reflect new $900/week maximum benefit (increased from $780)
Required Federal Posters
Indiana employers must display these federal posters at all work locations:
1. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Who Must Post: All employers
- Content: Federal minimum wage ($7.25), overtime requirements, child labor
- Updates: Changes with federal minimum wage
- Penalty: Up to $2,515 per willful violation
2. OSHA Job Safety and Health
- Who Must Post: All employers with 1+ employees
- Content: Employee safety rights, employer responsibilities, how to file complaints
- Note: Indiana operates IOSHA (see state requirements below)
- Penalty: Up to $16,550 per violation; $165,514 for willful violations
3. FMLA Notice
- Who Must Post: Employers with 50+ employees
- Content: Employee leave rights and eligibility
- Penalty: Up to $216 per willful violation
4. EEOC "Know Your Rights"
- Who Must Post: Employers with 15+ employees
- Content: Protection against workplace discrimination (updated June 2023 for PWFA)
- Penalty: $680 per offense
5. Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- Who Must Post: All employers
- Content: Rights regarding lie detector tests
- Penalty: Up to $26,262 per violation
6. USERRA
- Who Must Post: All employers
- Content: Reemployment rights for military service members
Required Indiana State Posters
Posters Required for All Indiana Employers
1. IOSHA Safety and Health Protection Poster
Critical requirement for all Indiana employers
- Who Must Post: All employers
- Size: Legal size (8.5x14) required
- Content: Employee safety rights under Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Act
- Agency: Indiana Department of Labor
- Last Updated: July 2019 (fatality/penalty section added)
- Penalty: Up to $7,000 per non-serious violation; $70,000 for willful/repeated
Indiana operates its own state OSHA plan (IOSHA), which enforces workplace safety standards. IOSHA standards must be at least as effective as federal OSHA but may include additional requirements.
2. Indiana Minimum Wage Poster
- Who Must Post: All employers
- Content: State minimum wage ($7.25), overtime provisions
- Last Updated: March 2022 (logo update)
- Agency: Indiana Department of Labor
3. Unemployment Insurance Poster
- Who Must Post: All employers
- Statutory Authority: IC 22-4-17-1(e)
- Content: Unemployment benefits information, how to file claims
- Agency: Indiana Department of Workforce Development
Posters by Employee Threshold
Workers' Compensation Poster (3+ Employees)
- Who Must Post: Employers with 3 or more employees
- Content: Workers' compensation rights, how to report injuries, maximum benefit amounts
- 2025 Update: Maximum weekly benefit increased from $780 to $900
- Agency: Workers' Compensation Board of Indiana
Equal Employment Opportunity/ICRC Poster (6+ Employees)
- Who Must Post: Employers with 6 or more employees
- Content: Protection against discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry
- Filing Deadline: Employees have 180 days to file complaints
- Agency: Indiana Civil Rights Commission
Veterans' Benefits & Services Poster (50+ Employees)
NEW: July 2024
- Who Must Post: Employers with 50 or more employees
- Content: Information about veterans' benefits and services
- Note: Often missed by compliance providers—verify you have this poster
Industry-Specific Posters
Work Restrictions for Youth Employees
NEW: January 2025
- Who Must Post: Employers of 14-15 year old workers
- Content: Work hour restrictions, prohibited occupations for minors
- Agency: Indiana Department of Labor
- Note: Only required when employing 14-15 year olds specifically
IOSHA: Indiana's State OSHA Plan
Indiana operates its own occupational safety and health program under IOSHA. This affects employers in several ways:
Jurisdiction
IOSHA covers private-sector employers and state/local government employees in Indiana. Federal OSHA maintains jurisdiction over:
- Federal government employers
- Maritime industries
- Nuclear facilities
- Some military installations
IOSHA Penalty Structure (IC 22-8-1.1-27.1)
| Violation Type | Maximum Penalty |
|---|---|
| Non-serious violation | $7,000 per violation |
| Serious violation | $7,000 per violation |
| Willful violation | $70,000 per violation |
| Repeated violation | $70,000 per violation |
| Failure to correct | $7,000 per day |
| Willful causing death | Criminal penalties |
IOSHA penalties are enforced by the Indiana Department of Labor. Willful violations causing employee death can result in criminal prosecution.
How to Contest IOSHA Citations
Employers may contest IOSHA citations by:
- Filing written notice of contest within 15 working days
- Requesting an informal conference with IOSHA
- Appealing to the Indiana Review Board
E-Verify Requirements in Indiana
Indiana has sector-specific E-Verify requirements rather than a blanket mandate:
Required:
- State and local government agencies
- State contractors
- Meat-packing firms
- Construction firms
Not Required:
- General private employers
Employers subject to E-Verify must verify employment eligibility and may have additional posting requirements related to the E-Verify program.
Remote Worker Requirements in Indiana
Indiana does not have state-specific legislation governing electronic poster distribution for remote workers. This creates a regulatory gap that employers must navigate using federal guidance.
Federal DOL Framework
For Indiana-based remote employees, follow DOL Field Assistance Bulletin 2020-7:
100% Remote Workers:
- Electronic access may satisfy posting requirements
- Must provide "meaningful access" during work hours
- Notification of where to find postings required
Hybrid Workers:
- Physical posters required at any physical workplace
- Electronic access for days working remotely
- Dual compliance approach recommended
Best Practices for Indiana Remote Workers
Without state-specific guidance, Indiana employers should:
- Provide digital access to all required posters
- Use acknowledgment tracking to document distribution
- Maintain records of employee access
- Include poster access in onboarding procedures
For detailed guidance, see our remote employee poster compliance guide.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Indiana State Penalties
| Agency | Violation Type | Penalty Range |
|---|---|---|
| IOSHA | Non-serious posting violation | Up to $7,000 |
| IOSHA | Serious/willful/repeated | Up to $70,000 |
| DWD | Unemployment insurance posting | Administrative penalties |
| Workers' Comp Board | Failure to post | Investigation/enforcement |
Federal Penalties
| Agency | Violation Type | Penalty Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OSHA | Serious/other-than-serious | $16,550 per violation |
| OSHA | Willful/repeated | $165,514 per violation |
| DOL | FLSA willful | $2,515 per violation |
| EEOC | Posting violation | $680 per offense |
Combined federal and state exposure can exceed $40,000 per location for serious non-compliance.
Learn more about labor law poster penalties.
2026 Compliance Calendar
Key dates for Indiana employers:
| Date | Action Required |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Verify all posters reflect 2025-2026 updates |
| Ongoing | Monitor IOSHA for new requirements |
| When hiring minors | Add Work Restrictions for Youth poster |
| At 50 employees | Add Veterans' Benefits & Services poster |
| As needed | Update Workers' Compensation poster if benefits change |
Compliance Checklist
Use this checklist to verify your Indiana compliance:
Federal Posters
- FLSA Minimum Wage
- OSHA Job Safety and Health
- FMLA Notice (if 50+ employees)
- EEOC Know Your Rights (if 15+ employees)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- USERRA
Indiana State Posters (All Employers)
- IOSHA Safety and Health Protection (8.5x14 minimum)
- Indiana Minimum Wage
- Unemployment Insurance
Indiana State Posters (By Threshold)
- Workers' Compensation (3+ employees)
- Equal Employment/ICRC (6+ employees)
- Veterans' Benefits & Services (50+ employees)
Industry-Specific
- Work Restrictions for Youth Employees (if employing 14-15 year olds)
Additional Requirements
- Posters in conspicuous location
- Current versions displayed
- IOSHA poster at legal size (8.5x14)
- Remote workers have electronic access
- Language requirements met (if applicable)
How WorkforceVault Helps
Indiana-Specific Coverage
All required Indiana posters included:
- IOSHA Safety and Health Protection (correct 8.5x14 size)
- Indiana Minimum Wage
- Workers' Compensation with 2025 benefit updates
- Veterans' Benefits & Services (NEW July 2024)
- Work Restrictions for Youth (NEW January 2025)
- All federal requirements
Automatic Updates
AI-powered monitoring tracks Indiana poster requirements and notifies you when updates may be needed—including the recent Veterans and Youth poster additions.
IOSHA Compliance
WorkforceVault provides the correct IOSHA poster at legal size (8.5x14) as required. When IOSHA updates enforcement policies or penalty amounts, your posters reflect current information.
Remote Worker Support
For Indiana-based remote employees, provide DOL-compliant digital access with timestamped acknowledgments. Document that every employee received and viewed required notices—essential in a state without specific electronic posting legislation.
Multi-Location Management
Managing multiple Indiana locations? See compliance status across all sites from a single dashboard. Generate audit-ready reports for IOSHA inspections.
Key Takeaways
- Indiana minimum wage has been $7.25/hr since 2009 (16th consecutive year at federal floor)
- IOSHA enforces workplace safety in Indiana with penalties up to $70,000 per willful violation
- New 2024-2025 requirements: Veterans' Benefits poster (50+), Youth Restrictions poster (14-15)
- Workers' Compensation maximum weekly benefit increased to $900 in 2025
- No electronic posting laws in Indiana—follow federal DOL guidance for remote workers
- E-Verify required only for specific sectors (government, contractors, construction, meat-packing)
Indiana's posting requirements have expanded with recent additions. The Veterans' Benefits poster (July 2024) and Youth Restrictions update (January 2025) are often missed by employers relying on outdated compliance materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What labor law posters are required in Indiana?
All Indiana employers must display the IOSHA Safety and Health Protection poster (8.5x14), Indiana Minimum Wage poster, and Unemployment Insurance poster. Additional posters are required based on employee count: Workers' Compensation (3+), Equal Employment/ICRC (6+), and Veterans' Benefits & Services (50+). Employers of 14-15 year olds must also display the Work Restrictions for Youth poster.
Where can I get free Indiana labor law posters?
Free Indiana state posters are available from:
- Indiana Department of Labor
- Department of Workforce Development
- Workers' Compensation Board
- Indiana Civil Rights Commission
Federal posters are available free from the DOL Poster Page.
What is the penalty for not posting labor law posters in Indiana?
IOSHA violations can result in penalties up to $7,000 per non-serious violation and $70,000 per willful or repeated violation. Federal posting violations carry additional penalties. Combined exposure can exceed $40,000 per location for complete non-compliance.
Do remote employees need labor law posters in Indiana?
Indiana has no specific electronic posting legislation. For remote employees, follow federal DOL guidance: provide "meaningful access" to all required posters electronically, document distribution, and maintain acknowledgment records.
When was the Indiana minimum wage last updated?
Indiana's minimum wage has been $7.25/hr since July 2009—16 consecutive years at the federal floor. Legislative attempts to raise the minimum wage (SB 106, HB 1345, SB 121) have not passed.
Does Indiana require E-Verify?
Indiana requires E-Verify for state/local government agencies, state contractors, meat-packing firms, and construction firms. General private employers are not required to use E-Verify.
What size does the IOSHA poster need to be?
The IOSHA Safety and Health Protection poster must be displayed at legal size (8.5x14 inches). This is larger than standard letter size and is a specific Indiana requirement.
Last Updated: January 2026
This guide provides general information about Indiana posting requirements. Consult with legal counsel for specific compliance questions. For official poster downloads, visit the Indiana Department of Labor.