Right to Disconnect (s 333M FWA)
Employees may refuse out-of-hours contact unless unreasonable from 26 August 2024.
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Who must comply
All employers + employees.
What triggers it
Out-of-hours contact.
When due
Continuous; FWC dispute process available.
Evidence required
Workplace policies + dispute records.
Max penalty
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Effective from
26 August 2024
Summary
Fair Work Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024. Section 333M FWA. Employees may refuse out-of-hours contact unless refusal is unreasonable. FWC may resolve disputes.
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Source legislation
Topics
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Source: https://www.fwc.gov.au/right-to-disconnect. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.