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Sacked after COVID-19 communication breakdown
When terminating someone's employment you must follow a fair process. Read why this employer had to compensate a worker for unfair dismisal.
Bullying: employer berated for failures
A commission has berated an employer for not taking sufficient action to stop 'reprehensible' behaviour that damaged another worker.
National WHS strategy launched
Safe Work Australia has released its strategy for 2023–2033. Here's a rundown of the goals, risks and challenges that will impact your business for the next decade.
Bosses turn to retirees to fill skills gap
More than half of Australian employers have hired a retiree in the past 12 months to get the skills they need, according to a new study.
Sending an email afterhours may soon be illegal
Under the new right to disconnect legislation, an employee may refuse to monitor, read or respond to contact or attempted contact from their employer or a third party outside their working hours unless the refusal is unreasonable.
Should you test and tag mobile phone chargers?
Testing and tagging electrical equipment is a standard WHS procedure. Does this requirement extend to chargers for mobile phones and other hand-held devices?
FWC to tackle emotional impact of Enterprise Bargaining
The Fair Work Commission is addressing the emotional challenges faced by bargaining representatives in enterprise bargaining. A recent report highlights the complexities these intermediaries encounter and proposes six key recommendations to enhance their capabilities.
Can someone report an incident on my behalf?
Should an employee who witnesses a workplace accident or injury report it?