LWO workshops outlook for 2026
At the LWO, our mission is clear: to play a dynamic role in the management of labour relations that will contribute to a productive and sustainable work environment. Here, our workshops play a key role through practical, relevant training that focuses specifically on the employer’s realities. By addressing current topics and explaining legal requirements in an understandable way, our workshops enable employers to be proactive, limit risk and establish and maintain a fair, legal and productive workplace.
Labour legislation sets strict requirements for employers and the LWO’s main objective is to ensure that your business complies with all of these requirements. Labour legislation is non-negotiable and compliance requires specialist knowledge, which poses a business risk to every employer. The LWO’s team of highly qualified legal advisors has been providing daily labour law advice and labour law services to employers across the country for 36 years.
Workshops in 2026
We are excited to announce that a very interesting series of workshops is scheduled for 2026 to teach employers critical labour law knowledge and skills. Workshops include the following:
- Audit workshop
- UIF workshop
- Fact-finding and investigation process for a successful hearing workshop
- Performance management workshop
- Basic conditions of employment workshop
- Initiating hearings – the basics workshop
- How to handle grievances workshop
- COIDA workshop
- Labour inspections workshop
We are also delighted to announce that we will be holding an online OHS webinar in February 2026 as a prelude to our in-person training and mega OHS workshop taking place in July 2026 where employers will learn more about their health and safety obligations in the workplace, first aid, first aid kits and regulations. As a bonus, employers who successfully complete this workshop will also earn their first aid accreditation.
These workshops are designed to keep employers up to date with the latest labour legislation and offer practical advice on how to effectively address workplace challenges. Click on the link below for the full schedule of workshops and to register. Book your place early!
Choose a topic and learn from labour law experts
Did you know that the LWO also offers workshops on demand?
Since 2023, the LWO once again offers a series of practical workshops focusing on labour law for the employer. Workshops are available online via digital platforms (such as Microsoft Teams) and in person.
The LWO presented over 30 workshop sessions on various aspects of labour law during 2025, including our Ultimate basic labour law guide for the agricultural sector – a series of workshops designed to equip employers in the agricultural sector with essential knowledge of labour legislation that is specifically applicable to the agricultural sector. This aims to improve legal compliance and employer-employee relations and ensure a safe and fair working environment within the agricultural sector.
Members who missed previous workshops are welcome to contact us to discuss the possibility of offering them again. We are happy to offer these workshops again to members upon request.
We understand that each business is unique, and that there are potential labour law topics that employers may want to focus on. Therefore, we warmly invite employers to contact us with any questions about the workshops, or specific training needs if their needs are not covered in the schedule.
We have great appreciation for business owners who play a critical role in our country’s economy and are proud of this initiative to make a difference at the grassroots level in every employer’s business. We look forward to welcoming you to our sessions! We are here to support your growth and success with tailored solutions.
Members can contact Hannes Latsky (LWO Training and Compliance Manager) for more information about workshops at 0861 101 828 x303 | hannes@lwo.co.za.
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