Part II
Getting the Ground Rules and Paperwork for Hiring Right
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In this part . . .
Understand the basic minimum conditions of employment — the National Employment Standards — applicable to every employee, from hours of work, public holidays, personal leave, annual leave and long service. If you operate in Western Australia, you can take note of the rules and regulations that apply there.
Learn how to identify the modern awards applicable to your small business and the minimum wages and range of conditions that must be observed. Understand how wages are set and who they apply to, including penalties, casual loadings, overtime, juniors and apprenticeships.
Learn how to calculate the real cost of employing staff, including everything from the cost of paid leave and taxes, to superannuation and workers compensation.
Use an employment contract template (found online at ...
