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Employer rights and responsibilities:Solution

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Employer rights

dismiss employees if employees are negligent, careless or cause an accident, commit a criminal offence or commit acts of disloyalty such as revealing confidential information

expect loyalty from employees

expect reasonable care to be taken by all employees

expect employees to be accountable for money or resources in their care

expect you to work

Employer responsibilities

provide a safe work environment

provide a safe environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment

report to WorkCover any serious accidents

hold worker’s compensation insurance

provide risk management

consult with employees with respect to Work health and safety

adhere to Work Health and Safety Act 2011

set realistic work expectations

pay employees the correct wage

provide conditions in line with the Award and or National Employment Standards

treat all employees fairly, applying EEO principles

not unfairly dismiss an employee

give clear instructions

evaluate performance and provide feedback to employees

provide advice and training