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Ok To Dismiss Drug-affected Employee, But Employer Breached Its Own Testing Policy
This case highlights the importance of consistent application of workplace policies and adherence to procedures.
Why you need a performance and misconduct policy
But without a clear policy outlining expectations, a business exposes itself to unnecessary risks.
The importance of having a workplace bullying policy
A record $2.8m bullying fine is a wake-up call for employers. Learn what counts as workplace bullying and why strong policies matter.
Employer's policy failures led to driver's death and $800K fine
A freight driver had to uncouple a refrigerated trailer from a truck while standing in an active traffic lane of a road with a 100km speed limit. What could go wrong?
Pilot reinstated after being sacked for vax hesitancy
A pilot has won his job back after being dismissed for not complying with his airline's COVID-19 vaccination policy.
Introducing Drug & Alcohol Testing at Work
Learn what employers need to know before implementing a policy.
11 steps to prevent harmful staff social media activity
Employees' social media activity can have a major impact on business reputation.
No system for dealing with complaints – CFO wins stop-bullying order
The Fair Work Commission has ordered an employer to get up to speed with a comprehensive anti-bullying policy and procedure and make sure it’s complied with, as well as ordering a manager to behave in a civil manner.
Workplace bully awarded compo for 'harsh' dismissal
The Fair Work Commission awarded $33k to a dismissed truck driver, citing harsh dismissal and inadequate policy training by the employer.