Smiths Snackfoods Case Study - key information

If an employee at Smith’s decides to resign due to health concerns related to the seasoning, what type of termination would this be?

• Voluntary termination by resignation

• Involuntary termination by resignation

• Mutual agreement

• Layoff

If the company decided to make changes to production that resulted in job losses, what type of termination might occur?

• Involuntary termination by resignation

• Involuntary termination by redundancy

• Mutual agreement

• Retirement

Circumstances that might lead to employees being made redundant include:

• Economic downturns

• Technological advancements

• Company restructuring

• All of the above

What are some entitlement considerations for employees if they are made redundant?

• Severance pay, notice period, and accrued leave

• Health insurance, retirement benefits, and stock options

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and maternity leave

• Performance bonuses, promotions, and salary increases

The United Workers Union (UWU) plays a role in this dispute by:

• negotiating on behalf of the workers

• acting as a mediator

• supporting the employer

• remaining neutral

How has Smith’s Snackfood Company responded to the concerns raised?

• 5. Installed additional extraction fans to reduce exposure to seasoning particles.

• 5. Reassured employees of safety

  6. an implemented mask wearing policies

• 5. It has expressed willingness to continue working with employees and the union to address any further concerns.

• All of the above

If the dispute escalates, what role might the Fair Work Commission play?

• The Fair Work Commission might mediate the dispute.

• The Fair Work Commission might escalate the dispute.

• The Fair Work Commission might ignore the dispute.

• The Fair Work Commission might support one party.

How might employees individually contribute to resolving this issue?

• Contact the Fair Work Commission immediately

• Follow safety protocols and raise concerns through propoer channels.

• By ignoring the issue

• By waiting for management to resolve it

What is the likely industrial agreement covering workers at the Smith’s Adelaide factory—an award or an enterprise agreement?

• An award

• An enterprise agreement

How might the United Workers Union use enterprise bargaining to improve conditions for workers dealing with the seasoning?

• • The union could negotiate additional health and safety measures, extra allowances or reduced exposure time to spicy ingredients per shift.

• By providing free meals to workers

• By offering free transportation to work

• By organizing social events for workers