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Section 498 - Fair Work Act 2009 - When right may be exercised | Zoe

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Fair Work Act 2009

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498 When right may be exercised

A permit holder may exercise a State or Territory OHS right only during working hours.

Note: This section is a civil remedy provision (see Part 4‑1).

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