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Flexible Work Requests: The High Cost of Skipping a Step
An employer’s refusal of a flexible work request seemed justified, until the Fair Work Commission found a critical procedural requirement had been overlooked. The outcome offers a powerful reminder for all employers.
Shutdown shambles: where employers go wrong
Learn where employers often go wrong when planning a Christmas shutdown. This guide covers notice requirements, award provisions, and managing employee leave to ensure a smooth holiday period.
Employer not covered by Privacy Act’s employee records exemption
A recent case found an employer breached privacy laws by sharing an employee’s medical information with staff, despite claiming workplace health and safety obligations. The exemption for employee records under the Privacy Act 1988 didn’t apply, resulting in the employer paying compensation.
Do more to prevent harassment, warns FWC
A tribunal has ruled the dismissal of a worker for sexual harassment and inappropriate communication with work colleagues was justified but said the employer must work harder to prevent harassment.
Does generative AI have a place in HR?
Generative AI is still in its early stages of development, but it can potentially revolutionise many industries. Does it have a role in HR?
Risk management: a crisis without a comms plan equals disaster
When a crisis blindsides a business, it’s essential that all communication coming out of the business is consistent, transparent, and displays integrity.
How do you rebuild trust?
In recent years, workplaces have been implementing monitoring software to enhance worker productivity – or so it was thought. While well-intentioned, this approach has inadvertently led to a decline in employee trust. What can HR do?
The rise of the office etiquette industry
As more people head back into the office, some employers have to address how some employees behave in the office environment.