This publication is only relevant to small business owners in the WA state industrial relations system – sole traders, unincorporated partnerships, unincorporated trusts and some incorporated or not for profit organisations. Find out more on the Guide to who is in the WA state system page.

If you operate a Pty Ltd business – you can find information on this topic on the Fair Work Ombudsman website.

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.