HR ESSENTIALS CHECKLIST
WHS Compliance for Organisations
The Work Health & Safety Act and its Regulations are complex, but the basic principle of legal compliance is fairly simple. Before we get into the technical side, I would like to share with you the one single, most effective action that you and your managers can...
How to protect workers from workplace violence and aggression
Exposure to work-related violence and aggression can have significant short and long-term impacts on a worker’s physical and psychological health. It is also a significant contributor of mental stress claims in Australia. What is workplace violence and aggression?...
How To Dismiss An Employee Fairly
The old saying that that one bad apple can ruin the barrel is incredibly true. Dismissing an employee may seem daunting, but the effect of one disruptive person on an organisation can be immense if left untreated. It’s a known fact that some businesses are reluctant...
Employment Contracts and Agreements in Australia
As surprising as it may sound, in Australia there is no lawful obligation to have a written employment contract in place. In fact, it is quite common for businesses to employ workers on the basis of a ‘nod and a handshake’.A verbal agreement is all good and well - But...
Employee Onboarding and Inductions
The employee onboarding process doesn’t have to be a clumsy classroom orientation and rims of paperwork. With advanced online software and new technologies, businesses can now automate compliance training and record-keeping, which has been a headache for decades....
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