A Letter of Suspension from Work is a crucial employment document used in Australian workplaces when an employer needs to temporarily remove an employee from their duties while maintaining the employment relationship. This may occur during investigations into misconduct, serious performance issues, or workplace health and safety concerns. The document must comply with Australian employment law, particularly the Fair Work Act 2009, and typically includes details about the suspension's duration, whether it is paid or unpaid, the reason for suspension, and any conditions or obligations during the suspension period. It serves as official documentation of the suspension decision and helps protect both employer and employee interests by clearly communicating the terms and expectations of the suspension period.

1. Letter Header: Company letterhead, date, reference number, and formal addressing of the employee

2. Employee Details: Full name, position, employee ID, and department of the suspended employee

3. Notification of Suspension: Clear statement that the employee is being suspended from work, including the effective date

4. Reason for Suspension: Brief explanation of the grounds for suspension (e.g., pending investigation, serious misconduct allegation)

5. Terms of Suspension: Details about whether the suspension is paid or unpaid, duration if known, and any conditions during suspension

6. Employee Obligations: Outline of what the employee must and must not do during the suspension period

7. Next Steps: Information about the investigation process or what the employee can expect to happen next

8. Contact Details: Who the employee should contact if they have questions or concerns

9. Closing and Signature: Formal closing, name and signature of authorized person issuing the suspension