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2009 January transcripts
adjournment
To end proceedings or to suspend them to another time or place.
appeal
To request that a decision of a single member of the Commission be reviewed by a Full Bench to determine if the decision made is consistent with the Fair Work Act 2009. An appeal can only be made on the grounds that an error of law or fact has been made. A person must seek the permission of the Commission to lodge an appeal by lodging a Form F7—Notice of Appeal.
bullying at work
Bullying at work, as defined by the Fair Work Act 2009, occurs when:
- a person or a group of people behaves unreasonably and repeatedly towards a worker or a group of workers while at work, and
- the behaviour creates a risk to health and safety.
Bullying does not include reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner.
bullying policy
A formal procedure outlining the processes used, including disciplinary measures, to resolve bullying in the workplace. A policy would normally include definitions of bullying, a worker's responsibility in relation to bullying and the step by step process that should be adopted when bullying is reported.
code of conduct
A set of rules and responsibilities that govern an organisation. A code of conduct generally sets out appropriate and inappropriate behaviour of employees within an organisation.
Commission
Abbreviation for Fair Work Commission.
Commonwealth
Refers to the Commonwealth government or an Australian territory.
conference
A private proceeding conducted by a Fair Work Commission Member.
constitutionally covered business
A constitutionally covered business is:
- a proprietary limited company
- a foreign corporation
- a trading or financial corporation formed within the limits of the Commonwealth
- the Commonwealth
- the Commonwealth authority
- a body corporate incorporated in a territory
- a business or organisation conducted principally in a territory or Commonwealth place.
It does not include sole traders, partnerships, some state government employees, corporations whose main activity is not trading or financial.
decision
A judgment or conclusion reached after considering the facts and law. A decision in relation to a matter before the Commission can include the names of the parties and will generally outline the basis for the application, comment on the evidence provided and include the judgment of the Commission in relation to the matter. A decision can be made by a single member or a Full Bench of the Commission. It is legally enforceable.
directions
Instructions given to the parties by the Commission that set out a timetable in accordance with which they must file in the Commission and serve on each other an outline of submissions, witness statements and any supporting documents.
evidence
Information which tends to prove or disprove the existence of particular belief, fact or proposition. Certain evidence may or may not be accepted by the Commission, however the Commission is not bound the normal rules of evidence. Evidence is usually contained within or attached to a witness statement or provided verbally by a witness in a hearing.
Fair Work Act 2009
The principal Commonwealth law governing Australia's workplace relations system. Go to the Fair Work Act 2009.
Fair Work Commission
Australia's independent, national workplace relations tribunal, established under the Fair Work Act 2009, from July 2009 to December 2012. Fair Work Australia assumed the functions of the Australian Industrial Relations Commission, and the Australian Fair Pay Commission and the agreement-making function of the Workplace Authority. Fair Work Australia was renamed the Fair Work Commission on 1 January 2013.
Full Bench
A Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission is convened by the Fair Work Commission President and comprises at least three Fair Work Commission Members, one of whom must be a Deputy President. Full Benches are convened to hear appeals, matters of significant national interest and various other matters specifically provided for in the Fair Work Act 2009.
harassment
Unwanted and offensive conduct or behaviour by a person or persons directed towards another person based on an attribute such as a person’s age, gender, race, religion or a disability. Harassment can be physical or psychological.
hearing
A public proceeding conducted by a Fair Work Commission Member. A hearing is generally more formal than a conference, and may be held if the matter can't be resolved at mediation, conciliation or conference.
jurisdiction
The scope of the Commission’s power and what the Commission can and cannot do. The power of the Commission to deal with matters is contained in legislation. The Commission can only deal with matters for which it has been given power by the Commonwealth Parliament.
jurisdictional objection
An objection to an application on the basis that the Fair Work Commission does not have jurisdiction to deal with the matter. A jurisdictional objection is not simply that the respondent thinks the applicant's case has no merit.
matter
A case or legal proceeding before the Commission.
mediation
An informal, confidential and voluntary process. It is one of the processes used by the Commission to facilitate the resolution of a grievance or a dispute between parties by helping them reach an agreement.
Member
A person appointed by the Governor-General to decide matters at the Commission. A Member may be the President, a Vice President, a Deputy President or a Commissioner.
non-constitutional corporation
An entity that is not a constitutional corporation. The following are not constitutional corporations:
- sole traders
- partnerships
- some state government bodies
- corporations whose activities do not include significant trading or financial functions (e.g. some charities).
order
An order is a ruling made by a Fair Work Commission Member after he or she hears your case. Once an order has been made, anyone bound by that order must follow it.
outcome
The end result of an application made to the Commission.
outline of submissions
A written document that clearly sets out the key elements of a case. All facts, information and evidence that you wish to bring to the attention of the Commission should be included in your outline of submissions.
partnership
An organisation in which two or more persons carry on a business together and it is not a constitutional corporation as defined.
party
A person or organisation involved in a matter before the Commission. A party is generally known as either an applicant or a respondent.
principal
A person or business that has entered into a contract for services with an independent contractor.
private enterprise
A business owned and operated by private individuals for profit, instead of by a government or its agencies.
procedural fairness
When persons are treated equally or fairly before the law (also known as due process). For example, procedural fairness occurs when both parties to a dispute have an opportunity to be heard or to defend themselves.
pty ltd
A proprietary limited company. A constitutionally covered business.
reasonable management action
In relation to an anti-bullying application, reasonable management action is the action or behaviour of management that is considered to be carried out in a reasonable manner. Reasonable management action does not constitute workplace bullying.
Reasonable management action may include:
- performance management processes
- disciplinary action for misconduct
- informing a worker about unsatisfactory work performance or inappropriate work behaviour
- asking a worker to perform reasonable duties in keeping with their job, and
- maintaining reasonable workplace goals and standards.
In each of these examples, if they are not carried out in a reasonable manner, then they could still be considered bullying.
Rules
service/to serve
A requirement to send a copy of a document (and all supporting documents) to another party or their representative, usually within a specified period. A person’s obligation to serve documents can be met in a number of ways. The acceptable ways in which a document can be served are listed in Parts 7 and 8 of the Fair Work Commissions Rules 2013.
sole trader
An organisation in which one person is responsible for the business.
WHS
Abbreviation for work health and safety.
WHS state or territory regulator
A body established by a state or territory government which regulates WHS laws in a particular state or territory. To find contact details for the regulator in your state or territory, go to the Enquiries page.
witness statement
A person who gives evidence in relation to something they saw, heard or experienced. A witness is required to take oath or affirmation before giving evidence at a formal hearing. The witness will be examined by the party that called them and may be cross examined by the opposing party to test their evidence.
worker
In relation to an anti-bullying application, the definition of a worker is drawn from the Work Health and Safety Act 2011. A worker can include:
- an employee
- a contractor or subcontractor
- a person employed by a labour hire company who is working at a particular business or organisation
- an outworker
- an apprentice or a trainee
- a work experience student
- a volunteer.
Only people who are considered to be workers may apply for an order to stop bullying at work.
workplace
A place where a person performs work.
workplace bullying
See bullying at work.
Week 5
AG2008/150 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by NUW and Sensient Technologies Australia Pty Ltd – Whelan C – 30 January
AG2008/151 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by NUW and Bata Shoe Company of Australia Pty Ltd – Whelan C – 30 January
AG2009/1007 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by NUW and Bartter Enterprises Pty Ltd – Larkin C – 30 January
AG2009/1014 & AG2009/1013 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by Bartter Enterprises Pty Ltd and TWU – Larkin C – 30 January
BP2009/16 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by Colins Puls Industrial Relations Consultants and Dental Health Services Victoria – Whelan C – 30 January
AG2008/1590 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by AWU and Melbourne Racing Club – Lacy SDP – 29 January
AG2008/1592 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by AWU and Moonee Valley Racing Club – Lacy SDP – 29 January
C2008/3312 s.170LW pre-reform Act - application for settlement of dispute (certified agreement) by Central Gippsland Health Service and HSU – Cribb C – 29 January
BP2009/1301 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by CEPU and Jemena Asset Management (5) Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 29 January
BP2009/1311 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by TWU and Toll Transport Pty Limited t/a Toll Autologistics – Williams C – 29 January
C2009/2236 s.496(1) application for order against industrial action (federal system) by Broadspectrum Australia Pty Ltd and CEPU – Richards SDP – 28 January
Week 4
C2009/2228 s.496(1) application for order against industrial action (federal system) by Ergon Energy Corporation Ltd and CEPU – Richards SDP – 23 January
AG2008/133 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by NUW and Allied Mills Australia Pty Ltd – Whelan C – 22 January
BP2000/1048 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by AMIEU and Fletcher International Exports Pty Ltd – Smith C – 22 January
AG2008/1577 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by Tabcorp Holdings Limited and NUW – Eames C – 21 January
AG2009/1030 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 - application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by LHMU and Beenleigh Housing and Development Co. Ltd – Richards SDP – 21 January
AG2009/1031 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 - application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by Quality Bakers Australia Ltd – Richards SDP – 21 January
AG2009/1037 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 - application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by The Smith's Snackfood Company – Richards SDP – 21 January
C2009/2009 s.120 appeals to full bench by Oil and Gas Holdings Pty Ltd – Acton SDP – 21 January
C2007/3840 s.170LW pre-reform Act - application for settlement of dispute (certified agreement) by Foster's Australia Limited and AMWU – Gay C – 21 January
C2009/2222 s.496(2) application for order against industrial action (non federal system) by Symbion Pharmacy Services Pty Ltd and NUW – Whelan C – 21 January
AM2008/24 s.576E Award Modernisation – Hamilton DP – 21 January
AG2009/1019 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by Manildra Energy Australia Pty Ltd and AWU – Kaufman SDP – 20 January
AG2009/1032 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 - application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by Mrs Crocket's kitchen Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 20 January
BP2008/4760 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by AMWU and Ego Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd – Blair C – 20 January
BP2009/1037 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by CAOOAA and Airservices Australia – Deegan C – 20 January
AG2008/1570 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 - application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by National Hide Processors Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 19 January
BP2009/1030 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by CEPU and John Goss Projects Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 19 January
Week 3
AG2009/1024 & AG2009/1017 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by FSU – Roberts C – 16 January
BP2008/4759 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by AMWU and Delphi Automotive Systems Australia Ltd – Blair C – 16 January
AG2008/1576 clause 2A(1)(a) Schedule 7 application for extension of pre-reform certified agreement by person bound by Amcor Packaging (Australia) Pty Ltd t/as Amcor Flexibles Australasia - Regents Park – Larkins C – 15 January
BP2009/11 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Employees, Queensland Union of Employees and QR Passenger Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 14 January
BP2009/1012 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by CEPU and Skilltech Consulting Services Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 14 January
BP2008/4789 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by CEPU and Active Tree Services Pty Limited – Richards SDP – 14 January
AG2008/129 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by NUW and Vitasoy Australia Products Pty Ltd – Eames C – 13 January
AG2008/132 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by NUW and PZ Cussons Australia Pty Ltd – Eames C – 13 January
C2008/2549 s.170LW pre-reform Act - application for settlement of dispute (certified agreement) by TWU and Toll Transport Pty Ltd t/as Toll Contract Logistics – Tolley C – 13 January
C2008/3389 s.170LW pre-reform Act - application for settlement of dispute (certified agreement) by AWU and BlueScope Steel Limited – Blair C – 13 January
BP2008/4741 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by AMWU and HP Packaging (Steel) Pty Ltd – Blair C – 13 January
AG2008/148 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by Plasvacc Pty Ltd – Richards SDP – 12 January
AG2008/1554 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by Regional Express Holdings Limited and FAAA – Eames C – 12 January
AG2008/1555 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by Target Australia Pty Ltd and SDAEA – Eames C – 12 January
BP2009/10 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by CEPU & other and Heyday Group Pty Ltd – Harrison C – 12 January
Week 2
C2009/20 s.669 application for orders to consult unions by ASU and Australian Taxation Office – Grainger C – 9 January
AG2008/1593 clause 2A(1)(b) Schedule 7 application for an order to vary pre-reform certified agreement by Gladstone Ports Corporation Limited – Richards SDP – 8 January
AG2008/1594 clause 16A(1)(b) Schedule 8 - application to vary preserved collective state agreement by person bound by Gladstone Ports Corporation Limited – Richards SDP – 8 January
C2008/3313 s.170LW pre-reform Act - application for settlement of dispute (certified agreement) by AMOU and Port of Melbourne Corporation – Kaufman SDP – 8 January
AG2009/1004 s.170MD(6) pre-reform Act - application for variation of certified agreement to remove ambiguity by Danum Engineering Pty Ltd and AMWU – Blair C – 7 January
C2008/638 s.496(1) application for order against industrial action (federal system) by Ausscomm Pty Ltd Primaweld Engineering Pty Ltd Worley Parsons Services Pty Ltd GBG Concrete and Constructions and AMWU & others – Blair C – 7 January
C2008/3411 s.669 application for orders to consult unions by CFMEU and Oaky Creek Coal Pty Ltd – Bacon C – 7 January
BP2008/4785 s.451(1) application for order for protected action ballot to be held by AWU and SPC Ardmona Operations Limited – Blair C – 6 January
C2008/3411 s.669 application for orders to consult unions by CFMEU and Oaky Creek Coal Pty Ltd – Bacon C – 6 January
Week 1
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26 August 2019
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