Changes to the Award – Right to Disconnect
The Fair Work commission has now added Right to Disconnect terms to all Modern Awards as a result of the new laws introduced on 26 August 2024.
In summary, changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 created a formal workplace right that will allow employees to disconnect from work outside their usual work hours. These changes commenced on 26 August 2024 for non-small business employers (more than 15 employees) and will commence on 26 August 2025 for small business employers (less than 15 employees).
You will find the clause relating to employee Right to Disconnect under both the Health Professionals Award 2020 - here and the Nurses Award - here at:
Part 3 - Hours of Work
13. Ordinary hours of work
13A. Employee right to disconnect
If you have any questions about the award or the employee Right to Disconnect, please reach out the Workplace Relations Team on 07 3872 2264 or email us at workplacerelations@amaq.com.au