Appointing the right person is a challenge in itself, but using the right contract can be just as confusing. Each type of employment contract has a specific purpose and employers must use the right employment contract to minimise legal and financial consequences. Here...

An arbitration award is a legally binding decision issued and handed down by a commissioner in either the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), or a Bargaining Council.  These awards usually specify the outcome of the dispute and are issued...

Running a business not only involves managing day-to-day operations, but also ensuring compliance with complex labour legislation. This includes the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997 (BCEA), Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 (EEA), and Occupational Health...

The disciplinary code is a guideline for employees to be informed of what is considered unacceptable behaviour in the workplace and to ensure that disciplinary actions are applied reasonably, consistently and fairly.Main purpose of the disciplinary codeThe main...

The employer’s property forms an integral part of the business infrastructure, and any loss, damage, misuse, willful misuse and waste thereof is serious misconduct that places unnecessary pressure on the employer to repair and/or replace the property.   The...

The Labour Relations Act, Act 66 of 1995 (LRA) sets strict conditions to comply with when dealing with a Section 197 transfer of business.  Its vitally important that both employers consult with each other about the transfer, as well as with the employees.Section 197...

What can an employer expect if a dispute is referred to arbitration at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) or at a Bargaining Council?AvailabilityOnce the CCMA (or Bargaining Council where applicable) issues an arbitration date, the first...

The vast amount of legislation that regulates labour relations in South Africa stresses how crucial it is that the employer follows correct procedure, especially when dismissing an employee, Labour risk is a business risk in terms of sustainable profitability and...

What to expect when your employee’s expecting… Life is full of firsts, and this might be your first time as employer having an employee who is pregnant. Naturally, you may wonder, "What should I expect and what is expected of me as an employer?" That's where the "Code...

The availability of safe public transportation for employees working beyond ordinary working hours, is a critical aspect of ensuring workplace safety and compliance with regulatory frameworks.   This is just one of the many principles we take away when looking at the...

Section 34 of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) outlines the prerequisites that must be satisfied before any deductions can be made from an employee’s remuneration.What are the consequences of deducting money from the employee’s remuneration without...

The evolution of the workplace has seen a significant shift in recent years, especially with the increasing acceptance of remote work. Initially born out of necessity during global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home has transformed from a...