Industrial relations is a now critical business issue, with potential significant impact.
It is no longer a “soft skill”.
Can you answer these questions?
How do we know which award applies – and what if we get it wrong?
What rules apply if I want to restructure my business, or part of my business?
What are the special risks when we take over another business?
What do we do if a union wants to come on site?
Exactly what is “adverse action” and how do we avoid massive penalties?
Can workers claim bullying as an excuse?
Maximum number of attendees:
24 at EMA Consulting training facility
24 at client premises
This course is designed for operational managers and HR professionals. It will provide the confidence you need in the key aspects of the national industrial relations system and the Fair Work Act 2009.
Industrial Relations is more technical and complex than ever. In some areas, even employers who make innocent mistakes are suffering significant penalties. Even though you probably understand many aspects, do you feel there are gaps in your knowledge? Don’t let unions and your employees explain their version of the rules – build your understanding first.
Provides knowledge and practical skills in:
The Common Law Contract of Employment
National Employment Standards
Continuous service
Awards
Enterprise Agreements
Dismissal and discipline
Restructure and redundancy
Workplace Bullying and Stop Bullying orders
Union Right of entry
Industrial Action
General Protections (Adverse Action)
Transfer of business
($4,100 for clients with a current MyEms Subscription)
NB: Excludes GST, room hire, catering and reasonable travel and accommodation expenses when face-to-face training us delivered outside of the Adelaide metropolitan area.
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