2(j)

Question 1

Human resource managers

Answer 1

Human resource managers are individuals who coordinate the relationship between employees and management within a business.

• hire, train and terminate employees
• act as a mediator
• ensure minimum legal standards are met

Question 2

Employees

Answer 2

Employees are individuals who are hired by a business to complete work tasks and support the achievement of its objectives.

• complete work task with proper diligence and care
• follow workplace safety procedures
• obey contract terms

Question 3

Employer associations

Answer 3

Employer associations are advisory bodies that assist employers in understanding and upholding their legal business obligations.

• provide advice and support (assist in creating policies)
• share information (new policies, laws)

Question 4

Unions

Answer 4

Unions are organisations composed of individuals who represent and speak on behalf of employees in a particular industry to protect and improve their wages and working conditions.

• represent employees
• seek better wages and working conditions on the behalf of employees
• protect job security

Question 5

Fair Work Commission (FWC)

Answer 5

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) is Australia’s independent workplace relations tribunal that has a range of responsibilities outlined by the Fair Work Act.

• set national minimum standards
• act as an arbitrator and a mediator
• establish awards
• monitor agreements
• respond to serious workplace issues