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The Fair Work Ombudsman
If you employ people or run a business, you must know the organisations and authorities that govern workplaces. There are severe penalties and fines if, as an employer, you fail to keep up with your obligations. You may have read about the Fair Work Ombudsman or heard the term in the news. In recent years, many Australian companies have come under the scrutiny of the Fair Work Ombudsman. So, it's a governmental organisation employers in all industries should know about. In this guide for business owners, we explain the role of the Fair Work Ombudsman, the difference between the Fair Work Ombudsman and Fair Work Commission (FWC) and your obligations as an employer.
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Fair Work Information Statement
What is a Fair Work Information Statement? One of their key duties under employment legislation is to provide employees with relevant documents such as Fair Work Information Statement. A Fair Work Information Statement (FWIS) is a document issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) that gives new employees a general overview of the National Employment Standards (NES) and conditions of employment. As a business owner and employer, you have a legal obligation to give new employees a copy of the FWIS before or as soon as practical after they start employment. You can give them a copy of the statement in-person or by email, email link to the FWO website, mail, or fax. Under the Fair Work Act 2009 employers who do not distribute copies of the Fair Work Information Statement may face a financial penalty for a breach of the NES.
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What is the Fair Work Act 2009?
The Act and the associated regulations include entitlements that cover all employees. The Fair Work Act: Provides fair terms and conditions of employment. Sets out rights and responsibilities of employees, employers and organisations in relation to employment. Provides for compliance with an enforcement of the Act. Provides for the administration of the Act by establishing the Fair Work Commission and the Fair Work Ombudsman. It also outlines the National Employment Standards (NES), Modern Awards, and Enterprise Agreements, which provide the minimum entitlements for employees in Australia.