Right of Entry Exemption Certificates Alterations from July 2024

Fair Work Commission

From today, 1 July 2024, we have a new ground on which we can issue an exemption certificate.

An exemption certificate allows a permit holder to enter a workplace or business premises without prior notice if they are investigating a suspected contravention. We can now issue an exemption certificate if:

  • the suspected contravention involves the underpayment of wages to a member of the union who works on the premises, and
  • we reasonably believe that advance notice of the entry would hinder an effective investigation.
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