The Fair Work Ombudsman has issued a warning to Victorian employers ahead of this Friday's public holiday.
As this year marks the first time the public holiday will fall, businesses are being urged to check pay rates and entitlements that will apply as a condition.
Fair Work Ombudsman Natalie James said that Victorian employers should be aware of their obligations ahead of Friday, adding that all information will be accessible on Fairwork's website.
“Our website has all the information employers need to understand and comply with their rights and obligations with a minimum of stress.
“Employers who don’t take the time to check the minimum rates that apply on public holidays are at much greater risk of underpaying their employees.
“Any underpayments have to be rectified, which means employers can end up facing bills for back-payment of wages they weren’t budgeting for.”
Tools and resources on the site include templates for time-and-wages records, an online learning centre and a Pay and Conditions Tool (PACT) that offers advice regarding pay, shift, leave and redundancy entitlements.