Workplace
Maintaining a safe and friendly workplace is important, not only for the ongoing success of your business, but also to ensure that you are complying with your legal obligations as an Employer.
Communication
The Importance of Workplace Relationships:
For information on effective workplace relationships visit the
Workplace Relationships page of the Relationships Australia WA branch website.
Entitlements and Money Matters
The first step is to determine if you are covered by a State Award or Modern Award. Your employer can provide this information or you can ring the Dept of Commerce on 1300 655 266.
State Awards:
The Dept of Commerce can provide information about State Awards including details of;
- Wage rates & allowances
- Superannuation
- Working hours
- Annual leave & sick leave
Modern Awards:
Fair Work Australia can provide information about Modern Awards including details of;
- Wage rates & allowances
- Superannuation
- Working hours
- Annual leave & sick leave
Confused?:
If you have contacted Fair Work Australia or the Dept of Commerce and are still unsure please
contact us.
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Equal Opportunity
Bullying:
Bullying in the workplace is a very serious offence. Please click on the following link to be directed to the Bullying Information page on the
Worksafe WA website.
Discrimination & Harassment:
Discrimination and Harassment in the workplace are also very serious offences. Everyone is entitled to a fair go, regardless of gender, race, disability etc. Click on the following links for further information on workplace discrimination and harassment:
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Occupational Safety and Health
A safe and secure working environment could be a matter of life or death. For information on Occupational Safety and Health in the Workplace, please visit the
WA Government Worksafe website.
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Rights and Responsibilities
What are your rights and responsibilities as the employer of an Australian Apprentice? For important information on your rights and your responsibilities in the workplace, please click on the following links to be directed to:
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