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The Fair Work Act is now fully operational, and from 1 January 2010 businesses need to ensure that they are complying with the new requirements under the Act.

Does the Fair Work Act apply to my business?

In December 2009, the NSW Government referred its industrial relations powers with respect to private sector employers to the Commonwealth, which means that the new Fair Work Act, and the National Employment Standards (NES) will impact all private sector employers in New South Wales in some way from 1 January 2010.

NSW Business Chamber has developed a number of resources, checklists and step by step processes that will help you manage your workplace obligations under the new Fair Work System.

Fair Work resources for businesses

• Modern Awards and your business
  4 essential steps to help employers to find out where you stand
• The new Fair Work system
  FAQs for employers
• Unfair dismissal
  Minimise the risk of an unfair dismissal claim against your business
• Essential IR Compliance Checklist
  Know which contracts, policies, documents and correspondence must be updated

This resource centre will be regularly updated with new, helpful information.

Additionally, NSW Business Chamber members have access to a range of membership entitlements that can help them better understand their obligations as an employer, and to make the best decisions for their business in the new workplace environment.

For more information about NSW Business Chamber membership:

• Call 13 26 96
• Visit the business membership section of the website

Already a member?

Call 13 26 96 to find out how to make the most of your entitlements.