"Untruthful" cleaning business operator penalised
A Sydney cleaning business operator has been penalised $21,114 in penalties and back-pay by the Fair Work Ombudsman after being found 'untruthful' during an investigation.
$21,114 in combined penalties and back-pay ordered against a Sydney cleaning business operator by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
What happens if I'm caught being dishonest during a Fair Work investigation of my trade business?
Affects any trade business owner employing staff. Dishonesty during FWO investigations can significantly increase penalties beyond underpayment amounts.
Key takeaways
- A Sydney cleaning business operator was hit with $21,114 in penalties and back-pay by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
- The operator was found 'untruthful' during the FWO investigation, which influenced the court outcome.
- Trade business owners should be aware that dishonesty during FWO probes can worsen penalties.
- Fair Work can pursue court-ordered penalties on top of requiring repayment of unpaid wages.
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