HR Reality Check

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Quiz Questions

1.
Do you have written employment contracts or contractor agreements for every worker in your business
- A.
  No / I'm not sure
- B.
  Yes, all workers have current contracts
- C.
  Some contracts are missing or outdated
2.
Have your employment contracts and contractor agreements been reviewed and updated for your business by a qualified HR expert within the last 12 months?
- A.
  No / I’m not sure
- B.
  Yes - our agreements have been properly reviewed and tailored to our business
- C.
  Some agreements have been reviewed, but others may be outdated, generic or AI-generated without proper review
3.
Have your employee pay rates and Award classifications been reviewed by a qualified HR expert within the last 12 months?
- A.
  Yes - all pay rates and classifications have been checked by a qualified HR professional
- B.
  No / I’m not sure
- C.
  Some areas have been reviewed, but not everything
4.
Have your contractor arrangements and superannuation obligations been reviewed to confirm they are legally compliant?
- A.
  Yes - contractor and super obligations have been properly reviewed
- B.
  Some arrangements may need checking
- C.
  No / I’m not sure whether superannuation or contractor obligations apply
5.
Do new employees receive a structured onboarding and induction process?
- A.
  Some onboarding happens, but not consistently
- B.
  No / I’m not sure
- C.
  Yes - every employee goes through a clear onboarding process
6.
Do you have clear HR policies and procedures in place that are tailored to your business?
- A.
  Yes - we have clear, specific, up-to-date policies and procedures in place
- B.
  Some policies exist, but they may be outdated, generic or AI-generated without proper review
- C.
  No / I’m not sure
7.
Are your HR policies and procedures clearly communicated to staff, with regular training or guidance provided to managers and employees?
- A.
  Yes - our policies and procedures are clearly communicated and supported with regular guidance or training
- B.
  Some policies or processes are communicated, but inconsistently across the business
- C.
  No - we have limited formal communication, training or guidance in this area
8.
Do you have a clear process for handling employee complaints, grievances, bullying or harassment issues - and are your managers trained on how to handle them appropriately?
- A.
  Yes - we have clear processes and managers understand how to handle issues properly
- B.
  Some processes or training exist, but not consistently
- C.
  No / I’m not sure
9.
Are performance, behaviour and team issues addressed early before they become bigger people or legal problems?
- A.
  Some issues are managed early, but others are avoided or delayed
- B.
  Yes - issues are generally addressed proactively and consistently
- C.
  No / I’m not sure
10.
Do your managers and supervisors receive ongoing leadership training or support to help them lead people effectively?
- A.
  Yes - leaders receive regular training, coaching or support
- B.
  No / I’m not sure
- C.
  Some leadership support exists, but not consistently
11.
Do your employees receive regular WHS training relevant to their role and workplace risks?
- A.
  No / I’m not sure
- B.
  Some WHS training occurs, but not consistently
- C.
  Yes - WHS training is provided regularly and documented
12.
Do you have clear processes in place for reporting, investigating and managing workplace injuries or safety incidents?
- A.
  No / I’m not sure
- B.
  Some processes exist, but they may not be followed consistently
- C.
  Yes - we have clear WHS reporting and incident management processes
13.
Do you have access to expert HR or WHS support when employee or compliance issues arise?
- A.
  We have some support, but not access to specialised HR or WHS expertise
- B.
  No / I’m not sure where to get the right advice
- C.
  Yes - we have access to trusted HR or WHS support when needed
14.
If Fair Work or SafeWork visited your business tomorrow, would you feel confident in your systems, pay, employment conditions and documentation?
- A.
  Some areas may need attention or updating
- B.
  No / I’m not sure
- C.
  Yes - we would feel prepared and confident in our compliance and workplace systems

Quiz Outcomes

1.
In Good Shape
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Your business appears to have some strong HR and WHS foundations in place, with proactive systems and processes supporting your team and compliance obligations.However as HR and WHS requirements continue to evolve, regular reviews and ongoing leadership support are important to ensure your business stays compliant, protected and scalable as it grows.
2.
Red Flags Rising
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Your business may have some inconsistencies, outdated processes or areas of uncertainty that could create people, compliance or operational risks over time.While some systems may already exist, gaps in implementation, documentation, leadership capability or legislative compliance can quickly become costly if left unaddressed.A proactive review now can help reduce risk, improve consistency and strengthen confidence across your business.
3.
Cracks and Chaos
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Your responses suggest there may be multiple areas across HR, leadership, payroll, contractor management or WHS that require attention.These gaps may expose your business to:Fair Work or SafeWork risks;Underpayment or contractor compliance issues;Inconsistent leadership practices; Employee relations problems; oroperational inefficienciesMany businesses at this stage are operating reactively rather than proactively, often without realising the level of exposure that exists until an issue arises.
4.
Risky Business
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Your results indicate your business may currently be exposed to significant HR, payroll, contractor or WHS risks.Without clear systems, compliant documentation, leadership capability and ongoing support, businesses can become vulnerable to:Employee disputes;Fair Work claims;Underpayment issues;Contractor/superannuation risks;Workplace investigations; orBroader people and culture challengesThe good news? Most of these risks can be significantly reduced with the right systems, processes and support in place.

HR Reality Check

Most businesses don’t realise where their biggest HR risks are… until something goes wrong.This quick HR Reality Check helps identify potential problem areas before they become expensive people, compliance or workplace problems.

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes