One possible problem which has been identified is that the individuals are working very long hours. Explain the importance of work life balance and related legislation

This assignment concerns the same water park scenario as 3MER Written Assignments A and C. The work can be very demanding during the cooler months. There have been occasions in the past when some of the permanent employees have argued that those working on a temporary basis do not seem to care about the work that they are doing:

1.One possible problem which has been identified is that the individuals are working very long hours. Explain the importance of work life balance and related legislation. You must include reference to holidays, rest periods and working hours and night working (AC 2.1) (approx 200 words)

2.Explain family/parent related legal support. You must include maternity and paternity leave, adoption and dependents leave. (AC 2.2) (approx 200 words)

3.It is important to ensure that the individuals are not demotivated due to issues relating to pay. Give 2 reasons why employees should be treated fairly in relation to pay (AC 2.3) (approx 200 words)

4.There is some concern that the recruitment processes are sometimes rather chaotic. Not only might this mean that the wrong people are recruited, but there is the possibility that there could be allegations of discrimination. Provide an explanation of the main points of equalities legislation. This must include direct and indirect discriminations, harassment and victimisation.(AC 2.4) (approx 300 words)

5.Explain the concept of the ‘psychological contract. Also give examples of policies and procedures which can underpin this; for example, grievance and disciplinary policies – how are these applied fairly? Also consider Health and Safety Policies (AC 2.5) (approx 100 words)

ALL above Questions should be 1000 words.

6.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS(100 words):

Write a short description of the learning process you went through in order to write this assignment: what you knew about employment relations before you attended module 2; what you learnt during the module; and what you learnt in preparing this assignment. (100 words)