Ohio's labor laws govern minimum wage, employment of minors, and prevailing wage. If you employ people in Ohio, you need to know which employee benefits the Buckeye State requires.Get an overview of the HR laws that are unique to Ohio. Ohio law does not require private employers to provide employees with vacation, bereavement, or sick leave, either paid or unpaid. Employers usually don't have to offer specific benefits or leave, but some situations require it. Learn about what's required and what's optional in Ohio. This handbook contains the personnel policies of INSERT "COMPANY NAME" and the benefits provided to its employees. Nothing in this handbook precludes INSERT. This single volume desktop reference provides basic information concerning the laws, regulations, and policies affecting labor and employment in Ohio. Here's the Ohio employee handbook requirements, which include the required and optional policies.