Right To Disconnect Faq

What Employees Need to Know About Australia's Right to Disconnect

Right to Disconnect FAQ

What is the right to disconnect?

The right to disconnect is a legal right for employees to refuse to monitor, read, or respond to work-related emails, calls, or messages outside of their working hours.

When does the right to disconnect come into effect?

The right to disconnect comes into effect in most of Australia on August 26, 2024.

What are the benefits of the right to disconnect?

The right to disconnect can help employees to improve their work-life balance, reduce stress levels, and improve their overall health and well-being.

What are the risks of not disconnecting from work?

Not disconnecting from work can lead to a number of problems, including burnout, insomnia, and depression.

In some cases, it can also lead to workplace accidents and injuries.

What should employees do if they are not able to disconnect from work?

Employees who are not able to disconnect from work should talk to their employer about their concerns.

They may also want to consider seeking support from a mental health professional.

What Employers Need to Know About the Right to Disconnect

What are the obligations of employers under the right to disconnect?

Employers are obligated to provide their employees with information about the right to disconnect.

They must also create a workplace culture that supports the right to disconnect.

What are the benefits of the right to disconnect for employers?

The right to disconnect can benefit employers by reducing absenteeism and presenteeism.

It can also help to improve employee morale and productivity.

What are the risks of not complying with the right to disconnect?

Employers who do not comply with the right to disconnect may face legal action.

They may also damage their reputation and lose the trust of their employees.

Resources for Employees and Employers

Employees

[Fair Work Australia: Right to disconnect](https://www.fairwork.gov.au/employee-entitlements/hours-of-work-and-leave/right-to-disconnect)

[Beyond Blue: The right to disconnect](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/right-to-disconnect)

[Headspace: Right to disconnect](https://headspace.org.au/news-and-blogs/right-to-disconnect-what-you-need-to-know/)

Employers

[Safe Work Australia: Right to disconnect](https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/right-disconnect)

[The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Right to disconnect](https://www.acci.org.au/policies/workplace-relations/right-to-disconnect)

[Business NSW: Right to disconnect](https://www.businessnsw.com/memberservices/hr-and-employment-advice/right-to-disconnect)