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Employment and Labor Law in Australia

Global People Strategist

The purpose of the Act was to foster a healthy working relationship between the employer and the employees and provide all employees with basic employment rights such as minimum wage, paid leaves, compensation for overtime, protection against unlawful dismissal, and health and safety. Work Health and Safety Act 2011. Partnerships.

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[Infographic] Should You Have an Aquarium in Your Office?

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Some simple suggestions include; encouraging your employees to take short breaks, either to exercise or just to get fresh air; plan the work or office space well to let plenty of light in and encourage interaction; offer more flexibility in working hours and; not encouraging overtime.

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The Pros and Cons of Hiring Seasonal Employees for Your Small Business

Patriot Software

And because seasonal workers are typically part-time employees , they may not work enough hours to receive overtime pay , cutting down on additional payroll costs. This article is updated from its original publication date of 5/13/2011. Less risk and worry. Hiring new employees is always risky. Will they be hard workers?

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The Laws Every HR Manager Needs to Know

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For example, in 2011, an Illinois employee was awarded $95 million because the employer did not manage the sexual harassment complaint properly. Requirements and procedures for administration of overtime pay. Framework for work hours (i.e. the establishment of the 40-hour work week).