Form WH-382 Designation Notice (Family and Medical Leave Act)

What Is Form WH-382?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Labor - Wage and Hour Division on January 1, 2009 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form WH-382?
A: Form WH-382 is the Designation Notice for the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Q: What is the purpose of Form WH-382?
A: The purpose of Form WH-382 is to designate leave as FMLA-qualifying and to notify employees of their rights and responsibilities under the FMLA.

Q: Who is required to use Form WH-382?
A: Employers covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) are required to use Form WH-382.

Q: When should Form WH-382 be used?
A: Form WH-382 should be used when designating leave as FMLA-qualifying or when informing employees of their rights and responsibilities under the FMLA.

Q: What information is required on Form WH-382?
A: Form WH-382 requires information such as the employee's name, the FMLA-qualifying reason for leave, the anticipated duration of the leave, and the employee's rights and obligations under the FMLA.

Q: Is Form WH-382 mandatory?
A: Yes, employers covered by the FMLA are required to provide employees with a completed Form WH-382 when designating leave as FMLA-qualifying.

Q: Are there any penalties for non-compliance with Form WH-382?
A: Yes, employers may be subject to penalties for non-compliance with the FMLA, including failing to provide employees with a completed Form WH-382.