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If an employee takes leave on half pay, how is the accrual of leave calculated during the absence? Find the answer here.

A forklift operator was sacked for not reporting a safety incident immediately. Why did a tribunal rule the dismissal was unfair?

Safe Work Australia has released a new guide to help employers manage the WHS risks associated with rooftop solar installation. The guide offers practical advice on identifying hazards, controlling risks, and ensuring worker safety during installation projects.

The Australian Industrial Relations Commission was a federal tribunal that preceded the Fair Work Commission. Read more here.

Is the superannuation guarantee paid on redundancy payments? This is determined by the relevant Commonwealth superannuation law and the Fair Work Act.

A case in the Fair Work Commission has highlighted the difficulties faced by employers and fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) employees during COVID-19-induced movement restrictions.

A Virgin Australia Airlines employee has been fired for creating a health and safety risk to his co-workers. What happened?

Suicide rates are expected to increase across all age groups by 40% in the next decade due to the aftermath of COVID-19. Learn more here. 

Overusing a computer mouse is a common risk causing pain in the wrist and arm. It can result in a worker’s compensation claim. 

What should a business consider when it comes to appropriate fire protection and firefighting equipment? Learn more here about fire safety.