level: Awards and Agreements
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Awards and Agreements
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Awards | are a set of legally binding wages and working conditions created by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) that apply to a specific industry |
| Characteristics of Award | - Act as a safety net guaranteeing minimum wages and conditions. - Relies on an industrial tribunal (FWC) to hear submissions from unions and employer organisations. |
| Agreements | is a written agreement negotiated between employers and employees regarding wages and working condition for employees within the business. |
| Characteristics of Agreements | - ‘Enterprise bargaining’ - Parties should bargain ‘in good faith’ - ‘better off overall test’ B.O.O.T |