Legislation and regulations

Different laws and rules cover what we do and the services we provide.

• Fair Work Act and regulations
• For small business
• For unions and employer associations
• Related & historical legislation
• Fair Work (State Declarations) Endorsements

Fair Work Act and regulations

Some of the main parts of the Fair Work Act cover:

• Unfair dismissal
• Bullying
• General protections
• Varying a modern award – sections 157 to 160
• Approving an enterprise agreement – section 185

For some disputes about discrimination, other federal, state or territory laws may apply. See Discrimination for details of anti-discrimination laws.

For small business

The Small Business Fair Dismissal Code helps employers manage the dismissal of employees.

For unions and employer associations

The legislation that applies to the work with do with registered organisations is: