Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman is Australia’s workplace relations regulator. It provides information and advice about workplace rights and obligations about workplace rights and obligations, promotes compliance with workplace laws and undertakes compliance and enforcement activities. They also enforce compliance with the Fair Work Act, related legislation, awards and registered agreements.
The Fair Work Ombudsman website provides free online courses, practical tools, guides and other resources to help employees and employers navigate workplace issues and meet their obligations under Australian workplace laws.
Why is it important?
Access to reliable workplace information helps employees and employers identify their rights and responsibilities, address workplace issues and make informed decisions. The Fair Work Ombudsman’s resources provide practical guidance and learning opportunities that support fair employment practices and compliance with applicable workplace laws.
Participants benefit
- Identify workplace rights and responsibilities under Australian workplace laws.
- Apply practical guidance to common workplace situations and employment matters.
- Access tools and resources to check employment conditions and entitlements.
- Develop strategies for managing workplace conversations and resolving issues.
- Explore approaches to promoting fair, inclusive and compliant workplace practices.
Suitable for
All staff, particularly employees, managers, supervisors, human resources practitioners and employees seeking guidance on workplace rights, responsibilities and employment practices.
What this resource covers
- Free online courses and webinars providing practical learning about workplace rights, responsibilities and common employment situations.
- Best practice guides, fact sheets and templates to support fair employment practices and workplace management.
- Interactive tools and calculators to help users check wages, leave entitlements and other employment conditions.
- Educational resources offering strategies for managing performance, workplace conversations, diversity and flexibility.
- Information and guidance to help employees and employers identify, prevent and address workplace problems.
Topics
- Difficult conversations in the workplace
- Diversity and discrimination
- Workplace flexibility
- Record keeping and play slips
Resources
Access learning materials and resources through the Fair Work Ombudsman website. Explore available learning experiences through the Fair Work Ombudsman online learning centre.