When is a workplace right not really a workplace right?

It’s a question more organisations are facing as complaints increase - particularly when they may not be raised in good faith. Can you recognise when a workplace right complaint is legitimate, and not made for an ulterior purpose?

Understanding the difference is critical to avoid harm to your organisation. Misusing workplace rights can create significant legal and cultural risks, yet handling these situations incorrectly can be just as damaging.

Join Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan as they explore where the line is drawn, what the law says, and how employers can respond with confidence.

Stay tuned for practical insights to help you navigate this complex area.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

When is a workplace right not really a workplace right? It&rsquo;s a question more organisations are facing as complaints increase - particularly when they may not be raised in good faith. Can you recognise when a workplace right complaint is legitimate, and not made for an ulterior purpose? Understanding the difference is critical to avoid harm to your organisation. Misusing workplace rights can create significant legal and cultural risks, yet handling these situations incorrectly can be just as damaging. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;as they explore where the line is drawn, what the law says, and how employers can respond with confidence. Stay tuned for practical insights to help you navigate this complex area. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/1u6zJ5Yrh4w" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most&nbsp;significant&nbsp;developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

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When is a Workplace Right not a Workplace Right? When a Complaint is not Made in Good Faith and For an Ulterior Purpose

This week, Kim McLagan and Monnette Samo will be presenting on The Key Role of Supervision in Safety.

A recent NSW Industrial Court case serves as a timely reminder of the importance of effective supervision in the workplace. Following a serious incident involving a worker who suffered life-changing burns, the Court found there had been multiple safety failures, including a total failure of supervision.

The case highlights that supervisors play a critical role in ensuring safe work procedures are followed, workers are properly trained and equipped, and hazards are actively managed.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

This week,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcsamo/" data-ac-default-color="1">Monnette Samo</a>&nbsp;will be presenting on&nbsp;The Key Role of Supervision in Safety. A recent NSW Industrial Court case serves as a timely reminder of the importance of effective supervision in the workplace. Following a serious incident involving a worker who suffered life-changing burns, the Court found there had been multiple safety failures, including a total failure of supervision. The case highlights that supervisors play a critical role in ensuring safe work procedures are followed, workers are properly trained and equipped, and hazards are actively managed. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/f8IkmcE3RWw" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

The Key role of Supervision in Safety Making sure Employees are Skilled, capable and Knowledgeable in How to do Work safely is The Cornerstone of Workplace safety-and All of that Rests on the Shoulders of the Supervisor.

Recent Full Bench proceedings have provided one of the first significant opportunities to examine how the Fair Work Act's sexual harassment dispute framework operates in practice, particularly where alleged conduct spans periods before and after the commencement of the Respect@Work reforms.

Join Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan as we explore the key issues arising from this important decision.

This session will provide valuable insights into the evolving operation of the Fair Work Act's sexual harassment jurisdiction and the lessons employers can take from this developing area of law.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

Recent Full Bench proceedings have provided one of the first significant opportunities to examine how the Fair Work Act's sexual harassment dispute framework operates in practice, particularly where alleged conduct spans periods before and after the commencement of the Respect@Work reforms. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;as we explore the key issues arising from this important decision. This session will provide valuable insights into the evolving operation of the Fair Work Act's sexual harassment jurisdiction and the lessons employers can take from this developing area of law. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/uMF2eSFDWhA" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

 The new sexual harassment compensation provisions in the FWA tested by the Full Bench: Is pre-enactment misconduct relevant to a claim brought after?

The FWA and Australians Working Overseas: How Far Does Our Workplace Legislation Extend Beyond Australia?

As businesses increasingly engage employees who live and work outside Australia, understanding the reach of Australian workplace laws has never been more important.

In this podcast Andrew Douglas and Jim Babalis explore the circumstances in which overseas-based employees may still be covered by the Fair Work Act, safety, workers’ compensation and other workplace laws. We also discuss how there can be dual obligations with the country of residence further complicating people management.

Join us as we examine how far Australia's workplace laws can extend beyond our borders and what employers need to know when managing an increasingly global workforce.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

The FWA and Australians Working Overseas: How Far Does Our Workplace Legislation Extend Beyond Australia? As businesses increasingly engage employees who live and work outside Australia, understanding the reach of Australian workplace laws has never been more important. In this podcast&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;explore the circumstances in which overseas-based employees may still be covered by the Fair Work Act, safety, workers&rsquo; compensation and other workplace laws. We also discuss how there can be dual obligations with the country of residence further complicating people management. Join us as we examine how far Australia's workplace laws can extend beyond our borders and what employers need to know when managing an increasingly global workforce. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/uMF2eSFDWhA" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

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