With the recent passing of the Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Act 2021 (Cth), applications can be made from 11 November 2021 to the Fair Work Commission for a Stop Sexual Harassment Order if an employee reasonably believes that they have been sexually harassed at work.
Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth), employers must take all reasonable steps to create a safe workplace for all employees by eliminating or minimising the risk of harm. This obligation extends to properly investigate workplace allegations such as misconduct, bullying, harassment, discrimination and fraud. How to Conduct a Workplace Investigation Unfortunately, there …
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When you can’t use them, use by volunteers, PLUS the need to demonstrate real bullying Under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), an employee who believes they have been bullied at work may apply to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) for an order to stop the bullying. Employees are eligible to make an application under …
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Reasonable management action refers to performance management or a disciplinary process that is carried out fairly, transparently and justly. As an employer, you have the right to: take appropriate management action and make appropriate management decisions; make necessary decisions to respond to poor performance; take disciplinary action, if necessary; effectively direct and control the way …
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