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Casual Employment Information Statement

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A document given to new casual employees by their employer, with information detailing their work conditions.

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Closing Loopholes Act

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The Closing Loopholes Act refers to a set of laws that brought changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 and other workplace legislation.

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Constitutional Corporation

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A Constitutional Corporation is a company involved in financial or trading activities, either based in Australia or overseas, often identified by 'Pty Ltd'

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carer's leave

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Carer's leave is time off from work, which can be paid or unpaid, that employees use to care for a family or household member who is sick or injured.

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casual employee

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A casual employee is someone who takes a job knowing there is no set promise of ongoing work or a regular work schedule.

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casual loading

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Casual loading is an extra amount of money casual employees get paid in addition to their normal hourly wage.

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classification

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Classification is how a job role is described in an award or agreement, focusing on what the job involves, the responsibilities and qualifications.

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coercion

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Coercion means forcing someone to act or not act by using intimidation, threats, or physical force.

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commission only

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'Commission only' means an employee is paid solely based on what they sell, without a fixed salary.

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community service leave

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Community service leave is time off from work for activities like jury duty or volunteering in emergency services.

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compassionate leave

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Compassionate leave is time off work when a close family member or someone in your household is very sick or has passed away. Also called bereavement leave

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constitutionally covered business

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A constitutionally covered business can be a company like a Pty Ltd, or any business involved in trading or financial activities within the Commonwealth.

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constructive dismissal

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Constructive dismissal is a situation where an employee resigns due to their employer's behaviour or actions, which effectively force the employee to quit.

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continuous service

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Continuous service is the uninterrupted duration of employment an employee has with a single employer.

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contravention

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A contravention is when there is a failure to adhere to the requirements set out in the Fair Work Act 2009, awards, or registered agreements.

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coverage clause

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A coverage clause is a section within an award or registered agreement that specifies the employees and employers it applies to.

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