Is your business ready?

It has been suggested, unfair dismissal claims may nearly triple as a result of the recent changes.

Currently 34% of employees can access unfair dismissal laws, this will increase to over 80% of employees come 1 July 2009.

Unless you have a reasonable excuse for non-compliance with a requirement made by a Workplace Inspector you could be liable for a severe penalties.

Industrial law in Australia has received another shake up with the commencement of the Fair Work Act on 1 July 2009. The new Act introduces significant changes to minimum standards, the rules around bargaining and information disclosure, union rights of entry and industrial action, small business thresholds, unfair dismissal and to round the changes out, the Act creates a new regulator with broadened powers.

Employers may feel exasperated as yet again the IR goal posts are moving. However, the changes have the potential to impact negatively on business’ bottom line, and in these times of financial uncertainty, understanding how the new IR system will affect your business is more important than ever. A free assessment by one of our consultants will help provide a practical guide to the critical issues employers need to be aware of under the new Fair Work Act and associated legislation.

There are many things we can do to help businesses relieve stress whilst preparing for the most recent changes to unfair dismissal, union rights of entry, bargaining, modern awards and national employment standards. We can provide your business with the Systems and tools as well as providing your business with a free checklist and obligation free assessment to help you prepare for the changes and support your business at this time.

We’re excited about the prospect of helping you and your business work through the latest changes in the IR legislation.

Give us a call 1300 882 906 or click on the following link to arrange an obligation free initial appointment with one of our consultants to discuss how the changes will affect your business and to answer any questions.