Employee Rights
A. Safety Rights An employee is entitled: to a workplace that is both physically safe and with protection against discrimination, harassment, bullying etc.; to be medically suspended on pay (for a maximum of 26 weeks - and not to be unfairly dismissed in this period) for a condition specified in ERA section (64)(3); to be suspended on pay if, when pregnant, the normal place of work poses a risk to her and/or her unborn child, and no suitable alternative work can be found; not to be forced to work more than 48 hours a week (averaged over a 17 week period); a right that can be waived by an employee by signing an individual 'opt out'; and to be consulted regarding matters affecting their safety. B. Contract Rights An employee is entitled to: a statement of terms of employment within 8 weeks of joining; an itemised pay statement; one week's notice of termination of contract for every year's service up to a maximum of 12 weeks (unless the contract grants greater rights); be ...