Labour exploitation: Recent examples from Australia
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to highlight the risks faced by employers as a result of subjecting vulnerable employees to exploitative business practices that are akin to slavery.
Design/methodology/approach
The study considers examples of exploitative approaches that employers have recently adopted.
Findings
The paper reveals that employers should be aware of the serious legal consequences including imprisonment that could result from slavery like business practices.
Research limitations/implications
Guides managers in preventing claims of slavery.
Practical implications
The paper serves to guide managers in preventing claims of slavery or exploitation.
Social implications
It helps to draw attention to the risks associated with exploitative labour practices at the workplace.
Originality/value
This paper aims to raise the issue of organizational awareness and preparedness to prevent predatory or exploitative employment practices.
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Citation
Chelliah, J. (2016), "Labour exploitation: Recent examples from Australia", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 24 No. 3, pp. 4-6. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-12-2015-0180
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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