Code of Colorado Regulations 1100 - Department of Labor and Employment
Code of Colorado Regulations (CCR) — Department of Labor and Employment, Regulation 1100
Scope
CCR 1100 contains rules and regulations that govern programs, services, and enforcement administered by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE).
It provides standards for administration, compliance, reporting, and enforcement across labor laws and employment programs.
These rules implement Colorado statutes related to employment, workplace safety, wage and hour laws, unemployment insurance, and workforce development.
Section 1. General Provisions
Establishes the legal authority of CDLE to regulate labor and employment matters under Colorado law.
Defines key terms, including:
Department – Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.
Division – Subdivisions within CDLE (e.g., Wage and Hour, Unemployment Insurance, Labor Standards).
Employer – Any individual, company, or entity employing workers in Colorado.
Employee / Worker – Individuals employed or contracted to perform services.
Program Participant – Individuals or organizations receiving CDLE services.
CDLE regulations may be updated to remain consistent with changes in federal or state law.
Section 2. Administration
CDLE oversees:
Policy and program development for labor and employment standards.
Compliance monitoring for employers and workforce programs.
Staff and program management to ensure regulatory standards.
Training and guidance for internal staff, employers, and program participants.
Divisions under CDLE may establish additional rules consistent with CCR 1100.
Section 3. Labor Standards and Enforcement
Employers must comply with labor and employment laws, including:
Minimum wage requirements.
Wage payment, overtime, and working hours.
Workplace safety and health standards.
Child labor regulations.
CDLE enforces compliance through:
Investigations of complaints.
Inspections and audits of workplaces.
Issuance of fines, penalties, or corrective orders.
Employees have the right to:
File complaints without retaliation.
Receive owed wages and benefits.
Access information on employment rights.
Section 4. Unemployment Insurance
Employers must report and pay unemployment insurance taxes as required by law.
Employees may file claims for unemployment benefits in accordance with statutory eligibility.
CDLE establishes:
Rules for benefit calculation.
Procedures for appeals and hearings.
Reporting and documentation requirements for employers and claimants.
Section 5. Workforce Development Programs
CDLE oversees workforce programs to promote employment and training, including:
Job placement and skill development initiatives.
Apprenticeship programs.
Workforce grants and funding programs.
Program participation requires compliance with CDLE rules and reporting standards.
Section 6. Recordkeeping and Reporting
Employers and program participants must maintain records for compliance verification.
Required records include:
Employee payroll and work hours.
Program participation and outcomes.
Tax and insurance documentation.
CDLE may request records for audits, enforcement, or program evaluation.
Section 7. Oversight, Sanctions, and Appeals
CDLE monitors compliance with regulations through inspections, audits, and investigations.
Violations may result in:
Corrective action plans.
Monetary fines or penalties.
Suspension or termination of participation in CDLE programs.
Employers and participants have the right to appeal CDLE decisions under established procedures.
Summary
CCR 1100 provides the regulatory framework for Colorado labor and employment programs.
It defines administration, labor standards, employer and employee responsibilities, workforce programs, unemployment insurance, recordkeeping, and enforcement.
Compliance ensures legal adherence, workplace fairness, and proper delivery of workforce services.
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