Supporting workers in short-term, casual, insecure or irregular roles

This guide is intended for general information and guidance purposes only and should not be considered or relied upon as an official compliance tool or advice. Using this guide does not ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) regulations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004. Additional resources such as those provided by WorkSafe Victoria need to be considered / adopted to abide by regulations. While efforts have been made to ensure information presented is accurate and reliable, it is important to note that laws, regulations and requirements can change over time and may vary by jurisdiction. This guide does not constitute legal, professional or regulatory advice. It is recommended that you consult the appropriate jurisdictional resources and consult with qualified legal or compliance professionals if you require specific compliance and regulatory guidance.

Individuals who work on a time-limited basis before moving to another role (e.g. construction workers).

Individuals who work irregular hours and days, and as a result may have income that changes pay to pay, dependent on the organisation’s point in time workforce needs. These individuals are not eligible for the benefits associated with full-time or permanent part-time work (e.g. non-permanent retail staff).

Individuals who have working arrangements where there is uncertainty about whether they will continue to be employed or will continue to have the same working conditions and experience in the future (e.g. full-time work for a small startup). Short-term and casual workers can also be in insecure work roles.

This includes people who work non-standard hours, as they may not be working at the same time as their peers or leaders, but could also include other types of workers who may be more likely to miss out on receiving information or support services, due to the nature of their work.

People who are engaged in geographically isolated work away from their colleagues, or workers who are isolated for any other reason, for instance, Fly in-Fly out (FIFO) workers.