Welcome to the April 2024 edition of LHA News
Security company’s licence application refused / Know the rules and classify workers correctly / Renew early or risk not being able to trade
Security company’s licence application refused / Know the rules and classify workers correctly / Renew early or risk not being able to trade
The company was granted multiple deadline extensions, after repeated requests to provide evidence that it was compliant with legal obligations.
LHA has identified employee misclassification and related non-compliance as one of the most common risks for labour hire workers.
Labour hire providers and hosts should be aware of recent and upcoming changes, to ensure they continue to meet their legal obligations.
Providers run the risk of not being able to trade if they leave licence renewal too late.
LHA has recently connected with graduates entering the job market and accommodation regulators.
Submitting accurate annual reports / Caution on external advisers / Unpaid trials
Annual reporting ensures LHA better understands the labour hire industry, and can monitor and enforce compliance with licence requirements.
Most businesses rely on external advisers, so it’s crucial to know you’re getting the right advice.
There are a number of considerations to be aware of when asking a worker to undertake an unpaid trial.
The new reforms include tougher penalties, and powers to ban offending employers from hiring temporary migrants if found guilty.
The campaign covered digital, social media, radio and press channels, and was translated into a range of languages.
Upcoming engagement activities includes more information sessions for hosts and providers, as well as a presence at the upcoming Big Meet careers fair.
Victorian company and director fined for engaging unlicensed providers / Meat and poultry visits uncover non-compliance
The company engaged seven unlicensed labour hire providers to source workers for orchards in the Cobram area.
Several site visits uncovered a range of concerns, as LHA increases its focus on the meat and poultry industry.
LHA’s public registers are now quicker to use and easier to navigate.
Labour hire providers and hosts should be aware of recent changes, to ensure they continue to meet their legal obligations.
LHA commences 2024 engagement program throughout Victoria.