The Terms of Employment (Information) Act 1994 is a law that ensures workers are provided with key details about their job in writing. Here’s a simplified breakdown of its main points:

1. Written Statement of Employment Terms

• Employers must give employees a written summary of their terms of employment within 5 days of starting work.
• This statement must include basic details like:
  • The full names of the employer and employee
  • The job title or description of the role
  • The place of work
  • The date the job started
  • The expected duration of the contract (if temporary)
  • Pay details (salary or wages)
  • Working hours (regular hours per week)
  • Any terms regarding sick leave, holidays, and rest breaks.

2. Additional Information

• Within two months, the employer must provide more detailed terms in writing. This includes:
  • Length of notice required to end the employment
  • Terms regarding pensions and other benefits
  • Details on how disputes or grievances are handled.

3. Changes to Employment Terms

• If there are changes to any of the terms in the written statement, the employer must inform the employee in writing within one month of the change.

4. Who the Act Applies To

• It covers all employees, whether full-time, part-time, or temporary.
• It does not apply to certain categories like casual workers who are expected to work fewer than 8 hours a week.

5. Employee Rights

• If an employer does not provide this written information, the employee can bring the issue to the Workplace Relations Commission.
• Employers may face penalties if they fail to comply with the Act.

This law protects workers by ensuring they know their rights and the basic conditions of their job.