Not keeping records

In speaking with my Manufacturing Director regarding information needed for an upcoming arbitration, I was informed that payroll records are only being kpet for one quarter. These are the records that show the time in/time out for each employee. My understanding is that these records must be kept for 3 years. Is this correct?
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This points out one of the dangers inherent in a system that allows somebody in production or manufacturing to be the office of record for things of this nature.