The Commission in Court Session has varied the Metal Trades (General) Award’s scope clause under s 37D of the Industrial Relations Act 1979 (WA).

The variations replace a lengthy list of businesses and industries, which had remained unchanged since the 1960s, with a comprehensive definition of “metal trades and associated industries and occupations.”

The amended scope clause is intended to make the award easier to understand and apply. It ensures the award applies as an occupational and industry-based award, to all employees employed in any classification mentioned in the award, in the “metal trades and associated industries and occupations.”

The decision can be read here.