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Section : 2. Resolution outside the workplace
Domain : Human Resource Management
Classification : Not Identified
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This chunk is situated within the section discussing the dispute resolution process under the Fair Work Act, specifically outlining the steps for escalating unresolved disputes to the Fair Work Commission, including the methods available for resolution such as conciliation, mediation, and arbitration.
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An employee, the employer or their representatives may refer the dispute to the Commission after all appropriate steps have been taken within the workplace. The Commission can deal with a dispute through conciliation, mediation or, if agreed by the parties, arbitration. If the dispute still isn't resolved, the Commission can use any method of dispute resolution permitted by the Fair Work Act that it considers appropriate to ensure the dispute is settled.
- What steps must be taken within the workplace before referring a dispute to the Commission?
- What methods can the Commission use to resolve a dispute?
- Under what conditions can arbitration be used in the dispute resolution process?
- What is the role of the Fair Work Act in the dispute resolution process?
- If a dispute remains unresolved, what options does the Commission have to settle it?
- How does conciliation differ from mediation in the context of dispute resolution?
- What parties are involved in referring a dispute to the Commission?
- Why might parties agree to arbitration as a method of dispute resolution?
- What is the significance of the Commission's ability to use any method of dispute resolution it considers appropriate?