The Victorian Long Service Leave Act of 2018 is a comprehensive legislation designed to safeguard the rights of workers in Victoria, Australia, by providing entitlements to long service leave. This Act ensures that employees who have completed a specified period of continuous service with their employer are entitled to a period of paid leave, typically after completing seven or ten years of service, depending on the industry. It outlines provisions for accrual, calculation, and taking of long service leave, while also addressing issues such as transfer of entitlements and employer obligations. Through its robust framework, the Act aims to promote employee well-being, retention, and fair treatment in the workplace.
The Victorian Long Service Leave Act of 2018 impacts agriculture by providing entitlements for farm workers who meet the specified period of continuous service. It ensures that agricultural employees are eligible for paid leave after completing seven or ten years, contributing to their well-being and retention in the industry.
The following documentation/information is required to provide evidence of compliance.
(1) Long Service Leave Entitlements Record (2) Employment Contract (3) Payroll Records (4) Leave Accrual Statements