Workplace relations update - Union right of entry and safety, social networking, transitional arrangements for Division 2B State Awards.
Mondaq Business Briefing › Nbr. 2010, January 2010
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Workplace relations update - Union right of entry and safety, social networking, transitional arrangements for Division 2B State Awards.
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Union right of entry and safety Facebook and social networking Transitional arrangements for Division 2B State Awards Union right of entry and safety By John-Anthony Hodgens A spate of recent cases provides fresh guidance on the interpretation of the union right of entry rules under the Fair Work Act 2009 (FW Act). Under the FW Act, a union official holding a permit has a right to enter a workplace during working hours to: Investigate a suspected contravention of the FW Act, if the suspected contravention relates to a member's interests Investigate a suspected contravention of state and territory safety laws, if a worker at the site is a member of the union Hold discussions during meal times and other breaks with employees who wish to participate ...See the full content of this document
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