Before hiring a new employee, employers need to make sure they know their rights, responsibilities and obligations – whether they relate to pay, minimum terms and conditions, tax or superannuation.
Similarly, employees should familiarise themselves with their workplace rights and obligations so they can make sure they are being treated fairly at work.
Employee entitlements vary depending on the type of employment: full-time, part-time or casual.
To test your knowledge on common employee entitlements and types of employment, take our Workplace Basics quiz. You’ll get feedback and links to helpful resources, as well as a certificate of completion.
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The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures, and Elders, past, present and future.