AN150140 – Social and Community Services Award

CLAUSE 6.3 PROCEDURES TO IMPLEMENT 38 HOUR WEEK OR CHANGE OF ARRANGEMENTS AFTER INITIAL IMPLEMENTATION
OPDATE 04:11:2005 on and from

6.3.1 In each establishment, an assessment should be made as to which method of implementation best suits that establishment, and the proposal must be discussed with the employees concerned, the objective being to reach agreement on the method of implementation.

6.3.2.1 In the absence of agreement being reached in respect to the implementation of the 38 hour week, the following procedure will be applied.

6.3.2.2 Consultation must take place between the employer and the employees concerned.

6.3.2.3 If the matter is unresolved it must be dealt with in accordance with the dispute settling procedure prescribed in clause 3.2. Any agreement reached is to be recorded and complied with by the parties.

6.3.2.4 If the matter still remains unresolved, the parties, without prejudice as to final settlement, must seek the assistance of the Commission.

6.3.3 Where, after initial implementation, a change of arrangement for working the 38 hour week is sought, the procedures outlined in clauses 6.3.1 and 6.3.2 must be followed.