New legislation that aims to provide protection from "modern workplace pressures" is being criticised for ignoring the root cause of issues and undermining national approaches to work health and safety.
As the Fair Work Commission considers submissions on the inclusion of a working-from-home clause in modern awards, pressure is mounting for this type of flexible arrangement to be formalised at a broader level.
Employers are now firmly on notice that when they're considering a major workplace change, they need to assess the risk of psychosocial hazards potentially arising from it, a lawyer says.
In the wake of substantial reforms to workplace legislation and regulation, employers now face heightened focus on compliance. Watch this webcast to ensure you're across the most critical areas requiring HR's attention, and which practical steps to take next.
Regulators don't just want to know which steps employers are taking to minimise psychosocial hazards in their workplace, they also want to know what impact they're having, according to an expert in this space.
Ever-increasing psychological injury claims mean employers are now at a "critical juncture", needing leaders to step up their management of challenging workplace situations. This webcast unpacks the concept of reasonable management action and outlines best-practice ways to approach difficult processes.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
