2018 Casual Loading Changes
Recently the Fair Work Commission (FWC) made the decision to increase Saturday penalty rates for all casual workers under the General Retail Industry Award.
Changes to the Coal Industry Act
On May 23 2018, the NSW Government passed a new bill outlining amendments to the workers compensation insurance conditions covering Changes to the Coal Industry Act and Coal Industry employees.
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WHS Act: Breaches & Consequences
Consequences of breaches and disregard for the safety of workers result in various fines and mandatory measures to correct misconduct. Failing to comply with WHS duties are reflected in 3 different degrees of severity under the WHS Act, depending on their circumstances, outcomes and whether recklessness is shown by the employer in their duty to ensure appropriate WHS for their workers.
Who’s actually entitled to annual benefits?
A recent court case between WorkPac & Skene [WorkPac Pty Ltd v Skene [2018] FCAFC 131] has highlighted some ambiguous areas surrounding casual employee contracts. It described how an employee who had consistent working hours as a casual, by law was unable to take sick or annual leave.
Premium Renewal Update
With the EOFY rush now behind us, some employers have started to receive 2018/19 renewal workers compensation documents. Our ABILITY GROUP Workers Compensation specialists will be able to assist with premium calculations.