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Pre-Employment Medicals: Ensure Workplace Safety
Why Businesses Need Pre-Employment Medicals & Fitness for Work AssessmentsSecuring the ideal candidate extends beyond skill evaluation; indeed, it's also about confirming their physical and mental fitness for safe and effective job performance. Therefore,...
Fair Work Discipline: Legal Business Protection
Why Following Fair Work’s Disciplinary Process Matters for Your BusinessHandling workplace disciplinary matters is, indeed, a sensitive yet essential task. Specifically, when addressing underperformance, misconduct, or policy breaches, employers must adhere to legal...
Enterprise Agreement: AHR’s Expert Guidance
How AHR Can Assist with Developing an Enterprise Agreement (EA) At Assurance HR (AHR), we are The Workplace Problem Solvers! Enterprise Agreement development can present numerous complexities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). An EA is more than just a...
Improve Workplace Culture: Expert AHR Solutions
Turning Workplace Culture Around: How AHR Can Assist Effectively improving workplace culture demands strategic leadership, underpinned by clear communication and well-structured interventions. AHR specialises in guiding SMEs through this transformation, building...
Risk Assessment: Tasmania Small Business WHS
Why Every Small Business Owner in Tasmania Needs to Conduct Risk Assessments Running a small business comes with a long list of responsibilities, and workplace safety should always be a top priority. Therefore, small business owners in Tasmania must consider that risk...
Test & Tag Tasmania: Essential Safety Compliance
Ensuring the safety of electrical appliances in the workplace is a critical responsibility for Tasmanian businesses. To that end, regular testing and tag Tasmania of electrical equipment not only safeguards workers and customers but also ensures compliance with the...
Fire Evacuation Plan: HR Compliance Guide
AHR: The Workplace Problem Solvers! Workplace safety begins with proper preparation. For example, if a fire breaks out unexpectedly and there isn’t a well-structured fire evacuation plan in place, businesses risk severe harm to workers, customers, and property....
Exit Interviews: Their Importance
Why an External Provider Like AHR is Your Best Choice Many businesses overlook the power of exit interviews. However, when a worker leaves, they take with them valuable insights into your workplace culture, leadership, and operations. A well-conducted exit interview...
Workplace Safety Australia: SWMS Guide
Understanding the SWMS Workplace safety Australia is a paramount concern for businesses operating in high-risk industries. Therefore, a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is crucial for ensuring workplace safety Australia. Australian businesses must have SWMS in place...
Handling Serious Misconduct & Termination in Australia
Serious Misconduct What It Is and How to Handle a Termination for Cause in AustraliaWhen a worker engages in serious misconduct, it can have a significant impact on your business, affecting productivity, morale, and workplace safety. For Australian employers, handling...
SOPs: Australian Workplace Safety
How to Write a Safe Operating Procedure SOP in AustraliaAustralian workplace safety SOPs are essential for ensuring workplace safety and compliance with Australian Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws. Whether you’re in manufacturing, hospitality, construction, or any...
Mastering Telephone Reference Checks in Recruitment
How to Conduct a Telephone Reference Check When RecruitingHiring the right worker is one of the most important decisions a business can make. A strong interview might indicate a great candidate, but reference checks provide crucial insights into their past...