Factsheets
All workers have the right to a safe and health workplace, no matter where you work or the kind of job you have. Casuals, labour hire workers, contractors and even volunteers have the same rights as all other workers.
Workplace Health and Safety Protections
New workplace health and safety laws came into effect in 2024, including industrial manslaughter laws and greater support for first responders suffering PTSD.
Right to Disconnect
From August 26, 2024 (or August 26, 2025 for small businesses), the Fair Work Act will give most employees to the right to refuse to monitor, read or respond to contact (or attempted contact) from an employer outside of the working hours – unless such refusal is unreasonable.
Menopause in the workplace
This fact sheet covers how unions can make changes in your workplace to help workers experiencing menopause.
Perimenopause and menopause symptoms
Menopause affects around half of Australia’s population at some point in their lives and those undergoing menopause will likely do so while they go about their regular working lives.
Mosquito-borne diseases
While mosquitos are a problem every summer, the recent arrival of the Japanese encephalitis virus in eastern Australia heightens concerns.
Natural disasters and workplace safety
Very hot days, storms, bushfires, floods and other forms of extreme weather are very disruptive…
Understanding COVID-19 risks in your workplace
Workplace health and safety information about physical distancing and ventilation
Consulting Workers
Workplace health and safety information about managing the risk of COVID-19 in the workplace and consulting workers.
Safety Gear (PPE)
Workplace health and safety information about managing the risk of COVID-19 and safety gear/personal protective equipment.