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Originally Posted by andie
Hi
Would you have a brief summary of minimum notice periods for right of entry, reasons and rights of employer to refuse?
This would potentially be useful to all, so thought I would ask.
Thanks
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I'm sorry I haven't, the FWA Act is massive (650 pages), and from novices perspective it is set out in a very convoluted manner, although it's probably a lot easier to navigate when you know what all the terms mean.
In instances where prior notice is required, the minimum notice period for entry is 24 hours, but not more than 14 days in advance. Also the notice of entry must be served during normal business hours.
There are instances where no prior notice is required. Under Subdivision AA which applies to TCF Outworkers, or if FWA have issued an exemption certificate.
It's hard to know how often the unions are likely to apply for exemption certificates.
With regard to stopping a union official entering your premises, The Act says;
A person must not refuse or unduly delay entry onto premises by a permit holder who is entitled to enter the premises in accordance with this Part.
There are civil remedy provisions for this with the maximum fine being 60 penalty points, or $6600.
