HIGH, if all records should be kept of a company, whether it is monetary spending/earning, hiring/firing of an employee, or taking days off for any reason, records should be kept in case the government comes asking for records, or in case a person wants to sue your company.
All financial records for companies should be kept for at least 7 years.
Employee medical records must be kept by employers for how long?
Employee time cards should be kept for at least two years. For employee leave and absences, records should be kept for at least three years.
It depends on the type of record. Proof of the cost of an asset should be kept as long as you own the asset (purchase, modifications, major repairs) but routine upkeep and maintenance records aren't needed for tax purposes. Employee records may need to be kept for certain time periods based on labor laws, but for tax records you'll want to keep Form W-2 records for at least 5 to 7 years. Documentation used to fill out your tax returns should be kept for at least 5 to 7 years in case of audit. Investment information should be kept as long as you own the investment (shows proof of basis, such as reinvested dividends, etc). Remember that monthly statements may not be needed if an annual statement reconciles or shows the activity for the year. There's probably other documents I didn't cover in this general explanation. If in doubt ask a tax professional regarding your personal situation.
Examples of personal information that should be kept confidential and secure include social security numbers, financial account information, medical records, and passwords.
It depends on where you are. Heres a list of how long different records should be kept. I think this is in the UK
Medical records should be kept for as long as required based on the type of record, and federal/state laws.
individual's name and or personal identifierindividual's name and or personal indentifier
No, it is not recommended to copy your birth certificate for official purposes. It is a legal document and should be kept in its original form to maintain its authenticity and validity. If you need a copy for personal records, it is best to request an official copy from the issuing authority.
Seven years
32 Days
Expired passports should be kept for your records and can be disposed of by shredding or cutting them up to protect your personal information. It is also recommended to check with your local government or embassy for specific disposal guidelines.
There is no set length of time. It depends on legislation and the goods the records relate to.
3 years
It's certainly easier to keep medical records on-site for active patients. There are no regulations, however, about where medical records must be kept as long as they are secure.
Being that you are keep personal information in the records, you will need something with high security to avoid leaks of info. You may also want to use an off site backup company to make sure the records are kept intact.