M3 topic 2 part 2 legal: legal framework, employment contracts Flashcards
what is the H.R legal frame worked based on
Industrial relations
what is industrial relations
the relationship between employers/management and employees
Who is responsible for the management of H.r’s legal framework(2)
The fair work commission
fair work ombudsmen
how do the fair work commission and ombudsmen operate
The fair work commission and ombudsmen are non government organisation that ensure that business follow the fair work act, and report to the government their findings.
how have industrial relations changed in Australia (2)
1970’s centralised system
1990’s - 2000’s decentralised system
what was a centralised industrial relation system like
government determining system of awards
what was a decentralised industrial relation system (2)
removing government influence
more flexibility in workplace negotiations
what are employment contracts
legally binding formal agreements between employers and employees, that can be written or spoken
what do employment contracts state
both employees and employers must follow common law
what is common law
the rights and obligations of the employee and employer to uphold in relation to the business
list some employer obligations (3)
provide work
payment of income and expenses
provide reasonable care for the health and safety of all employees
list some employer rights (3)
Employees work with care and responsibility
Employees are expected to carry out their work according to the employment agreement
Being notified of an employee’s intention to take leave entitlements
list employee obligations (3)
Maintain employer confidentiality
Take reasonable care and act in a safe manner
Follow procedures and policies - obey lawful demands from the employer
list employee rights (3)
Being paid for all time worked
Receive allowances for tools or uniforms is applicable
Access to paid and unpaid leave entitlements
what do minimum employment standards do
preserve working conditions within the business
