Wageline has just launched a publication to help small business owners who are new to employing staff.

Understanding employment obligations - a guide for new employers in the state industrial relations system answers many of the questions commonly asked by new employers in the state industrial relations system. 

The guide is also very relevant for any small business owners who want to ensure they are meeting their employment obligations to staff.

Topics in the guide include:

• Pay rates under WA awards and minimum rates
• Leave entitlements of full time, part time and casual staff
• Types of employment arrangements
• Obligations for keeping employment records.

You can find the guide on the WA employers section of the Wageline website.

Comprehensive information on your employment obligations is available on the Wageline website or by contacting Wageline on 1300 655 266.

Guide for new state system employers, by crawlings