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Section : Consultation about major workplace change
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk is part of the section discussing the legal requirements for consultation in the workplace, specifically focusing on the obligations of employers to consult with employees regarding major changes that may significantly impact them. It outlines the necessary steps employers must take to ensure effective communication and consideration of employee input during such changes.
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Consultation clauses generally require consultation where an employer has decided to introduce major changes in production, programming, organisation, structure or technology that are likely to significantly affect employees. They also require the employer to:
- notify any employees who might be affected by the proposed changes, and their representatives
- discuss the proposed changes with the affected employees and any representatives as soon as possible after a decision is made
- provide them with written information about the changes, how they might affect employees, and any measures the employer will put in place to prevent or reduce any adverse effects
- give prompt consideration to any matters raised by the employees and their representatives. While an employer must consider the matters raised by the employees, they don't have to obtain the consent of employees or their representatives to make the proposed changes.
- What are consultation clauses and when do they apply?
- What must an employer do before implementing major changes that affect employees?
- How should an employer communicate proposed changes to affected employees?
- What type of information must be provided to employees regarding the changes?
- Is it necessary for an employer to obtain consent from employees before making changes? Why or why not?
- What responsibilities does an employer have in relation to employee representatives during the consultation process?
- How should an employer address concerns raised by employees about the proposed changes?
- What are some potential adverse effects that consultation clauses aim to prevent or reduce?
- Why is it important for employers to notify employees about changes in production or organization?
- In what ways can consultation clauses benefit both employers and employees?