Queensland’s accommodation industry is preparing to undergo complete operational inspection after Fair Work Ombudsman announced an audit campaign within the state.

Covering up to 125 hotels, motels and caravan parks over the next three months, operators and their employees will be educated on workplace rights and responsibilities as well as the importance of complying with workplace laws.

The audit will also ensure Queensland’s accommodation Group are following wage and penalty rate obligations as well as take the time to check pay slips and record keeping.

“The Association is well-equipped to assist our members in relation to their workplace obligations and responsibilities which is, in fact, one of the most essential services offered by the Association,” Accommodation Association chief executive Richard Munro said.

Inspectors will randomly pick operators and send a notice of their requirements for the audit.

Businesses that fail or do not comply will be encourage to voluntarily correct the issue, otherwise further compliance action will be carried out.

“The importance of ensuring correct rates of pay, applicable penalty rates, minimum engagements, record keeping and other obligations under the modern award and workplace laws cannot be stressed enough,” Mr Munro explained.

“I would also encourage anyone who is not a member of our Association to make contact with us to arrange any assistance that is required.”

Businesses that face possible audit include those located in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Airlie Beach, Bundaberg, Cairns, Dalby, Gladstone, Hervey Bay, Mt Isa, Rockhampton, Roma, Stanthorpe, St George, Toowoomba and Townsville.