Tag: HR

Flexible Work – No Immunity Against Redundancy

Posted on January 21, 2025 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Employment Law, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, Flexible Work, HR, Redundancy, Workplace Policies

In Shilson-Josling v Atomic Search [2024], the FWC reaffirmed that employees with flexible work arrangements are not immune to redundancy. Continue reading

On Leave and Out of Bounds: FWC Clarifies “At Work” Bullying Protections

Posted on December 17, 2024 Posted inNewsTags:Conflict Resolution, Employee Relations, Employment Law, HR, Workplace Bullying, Workplace Conflict, Workplace Culture, Workplace Policies

A recent FWC decision sheds light on the limits of anti-bullying protections for employees on leave. Is your workplace prepared... Continue reading

Queensland WHS Legislation Update: Preventing Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment

Posted on December 17, 2024 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Employment Law, HR, Psychosocial Hazards, Queensland, Risk Management, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relations, Workplace Safety, Workplace Training

From 1 September 2024, Queensland employers must proactively manage sexual and gender-based harassment risks. By March 2025, a prevention plan... Continue reading

When Holiday Parties Go Wrong: Avoiding Legal Hangovers

Posted on December 12, 2024 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Christmas Party, Constructive Dismissal, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Workplace Conflict, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relations

A mishandled confrontation at a Christmas party led to a constructive dismissal ruling and maximum compensation, reminding employers to treat... Continue reading

Annual Leave and Christmas Shutdowns: A Guide for Employers

Posted on November 29, 2024 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Christmas Shutdown, Employee Leave, Employment Law, Enterprise Agreements, HR, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relations

Planning a Christmas shutdown? As the holiday season nears, it’s crucial to ensure your business complies with award and agreement... Continue reading