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Airline's mask mandate causes turbulence
A Qantas employee who refused a directive to wear a face mask or shield was not constructively dismissed but chose to resign instead of complying. Read about the case here.
Sacked for alleged aggression at medical examination
A dispute over whether an employee behaved aggressively toward a doctor at a work-authorised medical examination has been resolved in favour of the employee.
Cutting harm from work injuries – new report
New research highlights successful strategies to reduce recovery times and improve return to work outcomes for injured workers. Effective early intervention can cut costs for employers too.
Hotel injury during business trip
When travelling for work and an injury occurs is it automatically covered by workers compensation? Read on to find out more about this case.
Drug and alcohol tests: don't break the rules
Drug testing in the workplace can be a controversial safety strategy. Learn more here about options and compliance issues.
Understanding Work-Related Violence and Aggression in Australia: Key Insights from the Latest Report
The latest report from Safe Work Australia reveals significant trends in work-related violence and aggression, highlighting the need for employers to enhance workplace safety.
Shift penalties
Shift penalties compensate employees for working ordinary hours that are generally considered undesirable or unsociable.
Who pays for prescription safety glasses?
Safety equipment is usually provided by an employer at no cost to an employee, but what about individually prescribed equipment such as glasses? Learn more.
Local Government (COVID-19) Splinter (Interim) Award 2020
Due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, LGNSW and local government unions have decided to continue special interim arrangements introduced under the Local Government Splinter (Interim) Award 2020.