What filing setup does an HR department typically need?

HR departments have among the strictest filing requirements in any organization. Personnel files must be physically separated from medical records (HIPAA/ADA requirements), which must be locked in a separate cabinet from general HR files. Active personnel files are typically organized alphabetically in a lateral filing cabinet. Separate locked storage is required for: I-9 forms, background check results, medical/disability documentation, and performance review records. HR files have long retention requirements — often 7 years after termination. A fireproof cabinet for I-9 forms and other compliance-critical documents is a smart investment. For HR, investing in high-quality lockable cabinets with a master key for department heads is standard practice. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960.