Disputes Apprentice’s dismissal for excessive phone use was fair, FWC rules Client accused trainee construction worker of being workshy after repeatedly catching him on his device iStock.com/LightFieldStudios Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Tuesday 14 April 2026 Australia’s Fair Work Commission (FWC) has found in favour of a roofing company which sacked an apprentice tradesman over excessive smartphone use on the job. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Culture Don’t be too keen to ban phones at work Contracts Contract alone does not create employment relationship, FWC rules Future of Work Are you ready for Australia’s right-to-disconnect rules? Health & Safety Australia’s FWC warns against zero-tolerance drug policies