For employers and business owners, the employment law surrounding contractors and casuals can be overwhelming. With recent changes to casual employment definitions, conversion requirements, and landmark court decisions reshaping contractor classifications, staying compliant can be tricky if you're not well informed.
This practical, solutions-focused webinar cuts through the confusion to give you clear guidance on managing different types of workers in your business.
In this session, you’ll get a break down of casual employment, casual entitlements, rules on contractors, and how to avoid sham contracting. You’ll also learn practical strategies for staying compliant to avoid potential penalties.
Don’t miss the chance to ask our employment law experts your burning questions during the live Q&A.
What You'll Learn:
Cut Through the Classification Confusion: You'll learn the precise differences between employees, casuals, and independent contractors under the Fair Work Act
Sham Contracting: You'll discover how to identify and fix worker misclassifications before they result in penalties or backpay claims
Casual Conversion: You'll discover how to implement the employee choice pathway that gives eligible casuals the right to request permanent employment
Worker Entitlements: You'll gain clarity on the specific leave, notice periods, and other entitlements required for each worker type to ensure full compliance
Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.
Have a question?
Have a question before the webinar, or perhaps you need some guidance on a HR or workplace safety matter? We’re happy to answer all your questions, call 1300 835 409 or email events@peninsula-au.com.