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Section : Flexible working arrangements
Domain : Human Resource Management
Classification : Not Identified
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This chunk is part of the section discussing "Flexible working arrangements" within the "Parental leave Best Practice Guide." It outlines the rights of employees who are pregnant or parents of young children to request flexible work options after 12 months of employment, emphasizing the importance of understanding the rules and legal obligations related to such requests.
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Under the FW Act, employees who are pregnant or are the parent or carer of a child who is school aged or younger may be able to request flexible working arrangements if they have worked for the same employer for at least 12 months. Examples of flexible working arrangements include changes to their hours, pattern or location of work. There are rules for requesting flexible working arrangements and responding to these requests. Find out more about flexibility in the workplace and your minimum legal obligations, including responding to requests for flexible working arrangements at fairwork.gov.au/flexibility.
- What is the minimum duration of employment required for employees to request flexible working arrangements under the FW Act?
- Who is eligible to request flexible working arrangements according to the FW Act?
- What are some examples of flexible working arrangements mentioned in the text?
- What website can individuals visit to learn more about flexibility in the workplace and legal obligations?
- What are the rules mentioned in the text regarding requesting flexible working arrangements?
- How might the ability to request flexible working arrangements impact employees with young children?
- In what ways could flexible working arrangements benefit both employees and employers?
- What implications does the FW Act have for work-life balance for parents and caregivers?
- Why is it important for employees to understand their rights regarding flexible working arrangements?