Conflict – People contribute to the uniqueness of every workplace with different personalities, attitudes, background, culture, etc. Labour law sets strict requirements that employers must comply with. These requirements are not negotiable and to consistently comply...
Whistleblowing plays a vital role in both public and private organisations. It is defined as the exposing or divulging of information regarding wrongdoing within an organisation. This refers to information on any activity that is deemed illegal, unethical, or not...
The success of a healthy employer/employee relationship is based on mutual benefits, respect and trust. However, the employer has the right to exercise control in the workplace by implementing rules, applying progressive discipline, and holding disciplinary hearings...
Disciplinary investigation – When an employee’s alleged misconduct in the workplace comes to the employer’s attention, it is necessary to investigate. This ensures that the employer makes an informed decision based on the facts. The purpose of the investigation is to...
Can the employers summarily dismiss an employee? South Africa’s labour environment is strictly regulated, and employers must manage labour relations in line with legislation. However, there are several myths concerning labour law in practice, causing employers to...
The Occupational Health and Safety Act places an explicit obligation on the employer to create and maintain a safe and healthy workplace. It is undoubtedly in the employer’s interest to consistently apply good hygiene in the workplace.UPCOMING LABOUR INSPECTION?LET...
Recognition should rightly be given to employers in the agricultural sector regarding the way they continuously act in the interest of employees. Financial planning is an important aspect that every worker should pay attention to and therefore it is also important...
Employers may say ‘no’ to various requests from employees. Although the employer must act fairly and uniformly, the employer has the right to refuse requests based on operational requirements. The employer must also think carefully about making allowances and...
Tips for complying with labour law – non-compliance holds a serious business risk for employers, often underestimated and left unaddressed… Labour law sets strict requirements that employers must comply with, irrespective of the number of employees. Employers should...
Employers are often confronted with situations where it is difficult to differentiate between misconduct and incapacity. It is however crucial that the employer conduct a proper investigation before taking any disciplinary steps to ascertain if the employee’s conduct...
At the start of the employment relationship, the parties don’t know each other, but already a fiduciary duty is in place that requires the employee to act in good faith and in the best interest of the employer. It is important that the employer implement a written...
In the current economic climate, many employers are under tremendous financial pressure and must consider restructuring or layoffs (retrenchment) to remain sustainable. However, many aspects must be taken into account to limit the employer’s risk in relation to the...
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