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Positive Duty: What It Is and How It Impacts Your Business
Just one uncomfortable joke, one inappropriate comment, or one ignored concern. It could easily happen in so many workplaces, and that’s all it takes for a safe, respectful workplace to become a legal and cultural risk. The new positive duty laws mean employers can no longer wait for a complaint before taking action. You now have a legal obligation to prevent sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation before they happen . If you employ people, whether it’s a team o
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Updating Workplace Policies: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Ever had that sinking feeling when something goes wrong at work and you’re suddenly searching through policies, trying to find answers,...
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When Should I Get HR Help, And What Can HR Actually Do For My Business
Most business owners don’t think about HR until they’re tied up dealing with a staff issue they didn’t see coming. Whether it’s someone...
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Think Your Drug and Alcohol Policy Is Solid? Fair Work Might Disagree
A logistics business recently learned the hard way that having a policy isn’t the same as being able to use it. After an employee...
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Managing Sick Leave: What to Do When Staff Call In Sick
Let’s face it, sick days are unfortunately part of running a business. Whether it’s a cold, the flu, or a suspiciously timed day off,...
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Working-from-Home Injuries: Are You Liable?
Working from home has become common for many businesses. However, remote work also brings unique risks. One big question employers face...
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Why Should You Have An Employee Handbook?
When was the last time you seriously looked at your employee handbook? If you're like many business owners, it might be buried in a...
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Family and Domestic Violence Leave Entitlements: What You Need to Know
Like most HR challenges, it’s best to understand your responsibilities and options before you’re faced with a real situation - being...
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Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment: 4 Steps Every Business Owner Should Take
Bullying, discrimination and harassment are not only issues in large corporations—they can occur in any setting. If not dealt with, they...
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Understanding Positive Duty: What You Need to Know
Have you heard about your obligations of positive duty, but are unsure of what it means? If so, this article is for you. I'll explain...
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Changes to Unpaid Parental Leave
Starting July 1, 2023, the Fair Work Act made a significant change to employee's entitlements, aligning with updates to the Paid Parental...
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Psychosocial Hazards: What You Need To Know
Earlier this year, a new Code of Practice was introduced in Australia: Managing psychosocial hazards at work . Employers now have a...
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Top 6 policies all businesses should have
Why should you have policies in place, even if you only have a handful of staff? Policies provide clarity, consistency, and protection....
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