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ERR Booklet John Gregory
1.1 List the aspects of employment that are covered by law.
Holiday
Discrimination
Disciplinary Procedure
Hours Worked
Health and Safety
Training
Union Rights and Consultation
Minimum Wage
Redundancy and Dismissal of
Contract
1.2 List the main features of current employment legislation.
Employment Relations Acts 1999 and 2003
The Equal Pay Act of 1970
The National Minimum Wage
Safe Guarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006
Equality Act 2010
Employment Act 2002
Flexible Working Regulations 2011
Employment Rights Act 1996
ERR BOOKLET John Gregory
1.3 Outline why legislation relating to employment exists.
It is important because it explains the rights of both employer and employee, providing them with the proper channels to follow in case their rights are violated. It also promotes equality in the work place and discourages exploitation.
1.4 Identify sources and types of information and advice in relation to employment responsibilities and rights.
Staff handbook
HR department
Manager
ACAS
Citizens Advice Bureau
Community Legal Advice
Access to Work
Additional Learning Support
Advice from trade unions and representative bodies.
ERR BOOKLET John Gregory
2.1 Describe the terms and conditions of your own contract
PLACE OF WORK - The place where my contract states I will carry out my main duties. I may also be required to work at other premises within the company group.
START DATE - The day and date my employment commenced with the company.
PERIOD OF NOTICE - This is the required length of time that my contact states I have to work before my employment ends.
HOLIDAYS – The contract states the amount of paid holiday entitlement per annum. Holiday entitlement is accrued over a period of time worked.
SICKNESS – This explains what I must do if I am sick before the start of my shift. It also
1.1 List the aspects of employment that are covered by law.
Holiday
Discrimination
Disciplinary Procedure
Hours Worked
Health and Safety
Training
Union Rights and Consultation
Minimum Wage
Redundancy and Dismissal of
Contract
1.2 List the main features of current employment legislation.
Employment Relations Acts 1999 and 2003
The Equal Pay Act of 1970
The National Minimum Wage
Safe Guarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006
Equality Act 2010
Employment Act 2002
Flexible Working Regulations 2011
Employment Rights Act 1996
ERR BOOKLET John Gregory
1.3 Outline why legislation relating to employment exists.
It is important because it explains the rights of both employer and employee, providing them with the proper channels to follow in case their rights are violated. It also promotes equality in the work place and discourages exploitation.
1.4 Identify sources and types of information and advice in relation to employment responsibilities and rights.
Staff handbook
HR department
Manager
ACAS
Citizens Advice Bureau
Community Legal Advice
Access to Work
Additional Learning Support
Advice from trade unions and representative bodies.
ERR BOOKLET John Gregory
2.1 Describe the terms and conditions of your own contract
PLACE OF WORK - The place where my contract states I will carry out my main duties. I may also be required to work at other premises within the company group.
START DATE - The day and date my employment commenced with the company.
PERIOD OF NOTICE - This is the required length of time that my contact states I have to work before my employment ends.
HOLIDAYS – The contract states the amount of paid holiday entitlement per annum. Holiday entitlement is accrued over a period of time worked.
SICKNESS – This explains what I must do if I am sick before the start of my shift. It also