Common use of Disputes Settling Procedure Clause in Contracts

Disputes Settling Procedure. Any dispute in relation to this clause may be referred to the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission. (1) Discussions Before terminations (a) Where an employer has made a definite decision that the employer no longer wishes the job the employee has been doing done by anyone and that decision may lead to termination of employment, the employer shall hold discussions with the employees directly affected and with their union or unions. (b) The discussions shall take place as soon as is practicable after the employer has made a definite decision which will invoke the provisions of paragraph (a) of this subclause and shall cover among other things, any reasons for the proposed terminations, measures to avoid or minimise the terminations and measures to minimise any adverse affect of any terminations on the employees concerned. (c) For the purpose of such discussion the employer shall provide in writing to the employees concerned and their union or unions, all relevant information about the proposed terminations including the reasons for the proposed terminations, the number and categories of employees likely to be affected and the number of employees normally employed and the period over which the terminations are likely to be carried out. Provided that any employer shall not be required to disclose confidential information the disclosure of which would be inimical to the employer’s interests.