Employment relationship problems policy

Question 1

When does the policy not apply

Answer 1

1. Independent contractors unless employment relationship problem arises due to the actions of a contractor
2. A matter that has another specific review policy
3. A matter that is subject to Human Rights Act 1993

Question 2

What are the principles that apply

Answer 2

1. Parties must act in good faith
2. Encouraged to use dialogue and exchange relevant information to resolve the matter
3. The right to be represented at any stage
4. Primary parties have the initial responsibility for resolution unless
   relates to actions by the supervisor which not be appropriate for the supervisor to deal with
   Involves some other reason that would justify escalating responsibility to a person more senior

Question 3

What is a dispute (sec 5)

Answer 3

Dispute about the interpretation application or operation of an employment agreement

Question 4

What is an employment relationship problem (sec 5)

Answer 4

1. Personal grievance dispute but does not include any problem with the fixing of new terms and conditions of employment

Question 5

What is mediation (sec 144)

Answer 5

Process by which the participants together with the assistance of a neutral person systematically isolate disputed issues in order to develop options and consider alternatives with a view to reaching a resolution that will accommodate their respective needs

Question 6

What is a personal grievance

Answer 6

1. Unjustifiably dismissed
2. Subjected to disadvantage in that their employment or condition is affected to the employees disadvantage by some unjustifiable action of Police
3. Discriminated against in their employment
4. Sexually or racially harassed
5. Subjected to duress in their employment

Question 7

What is the process for resolving relationship problems

Answer 7

1. Raise the problem
2. Parties engage in informal dialogue to discuss and attempt to resolve in good faith
3. If it does not resolve the employee may take the matter to another manager or progress matter which may include raising a personal grievance
4. If remains unresolved can be referred to mediation
5. If not resolved here either party may seek resolution through a more formal process ie Employment relations authority or Human rights commission

Question 8

How long have you got to raise a personal grievance from the time the issue occurred

Answer 8

90 days