2.1.6. Fair Work Act

The Fair Work Act (Qld) is a state law that sets out the rights and obligations of employers and employees in Queensland. Under the Fair Work Act (Qld), employees are entitled to a range of minimum employment standards, including minimum wages, leave entitlements, and protection against discrimination, harassment, and unfair dismissal. Employers are also required to comply with various workplace health and safety regulations.
The Act establishes the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC), which is responsible for resolving disputes between employers and employees, as well as setting and adjusting state minimum wages and conditions of employment.

Some of the key features of the Queensland Fair Work Act include:

• Modern awards: The Act includes a system of modern awards that set out minimum wages and conditions of employment for various industries and occupations.
• Enterprise agreements: Employers and employees can negotiate enterprise agreements that set out terms and conditions of employment that are tailored to the specific needs of their workplace.
• Unfair dismissal: The Act provides protection against unfair dismissal for eligible employees, who have been employed for more than 6 months and meet other eligibility criteria.
• Industrial action: The Act regulates industrial action, including strikes and lockouts, and requires employees and employers to follow certain procedures before taking action.
  

Refer to Fair Work Act