Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2007C00183:clause:1_197
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2007C00183
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 197
Character Range: 682113–683040

197  Objects of this Part

  In addition to the object set out in section 3, this Part has the following objects:
 (a) to establish a framework that balances:
 (i) the right of organisations to represent their members in the workplace, hold discussions with potential members and investigate suspected breaches of industrial laws, industrial instruments and OHS laws; and
 (ii) the right of occupiers of premises and employers to conduct their businesses without undue interference or harassment;
 (b) to ensure that permits to enter premises and inspect records are only held by persons who understand their rights and obligations under this Part and who are fit and proper persons to exercise those rights;
 (c) to ensure that occupiers of premises and employers understand their rights and obligations under this Part;
 (d) to ensure that permits are suspended or revoked where rights granted under this Part are misused.