FAQ – Where can you find legitimate Enterprise & Supplier Development beneficiaries for your business?

Incuvest is a business incubator that takes the hassle out of Enterprise and Supplier Development. As a Business Incubator, Incuvest is the best and most effective solution for your companies Enterprise and Supplier Development needs. We ensure your Enterprise and Supplier Development contributions are used to grow and make our beneficiaries in the program self-sustainable... Read More

BEE, FAQ, LATEST

May 24, 2021

FAQ – Should employees receive warnings or unpaid leave if they are absent from work?

Employees have a duty to work the hours required of them, with the substantial amount of public holidays during this time of the year, there has been an increase of employee absences without good reason, leave or permission. Many employers are unsure how to deal with such absences appropriately. Firstly, it should be noted that... Read More

FAQ, Labour, LATEST

May 14, 2021

FAQ – Is your business required to contribute to the B-BBEE ICT Sector Council fees?

The B-BBEE ICT sector council has made the decision that as from 1 December 2020, all ICT entities who obtains a B-BBEE certificate or affidavit, will need to contribute to the annual fees of the ICT sector council. If an entity, therefore, falls under the B-BBEE ICT sector, they will be required to provide proof... Read More

BEE, FAQ, LATEST

April 16, 2021

FAQ – What compensation can you expect to receive when taking Injury on Duty leave?

When the employee is booked off due to an accident or occupational disease for four days or longer, but less than three months: • The employer must pay the employee at a rate of 75% of his/her earnings from the first day until 90 days. • The employer will be able to claim back the... Read More

FAQ, LATEST, UIF

April 9, 2021

FAQ – Can an employer use the results of a polygraph test during a disciplinary hearing

The majority of employers are under the impression that the results of a polygraph test alone are sufficient to prove their case against the employee during a disciplinary hearing. This is unfortunately not the case. When it comes to polygraph tests, there is no legislation guiding us in that regard, and therefore we have to rely solely on case law. When the employer intends... Read More

FAQ, Labour, LATEST

April 4, 2021

FAQ – Can a company claim back the percentage of monies spent on training?

No, mandatory grants are a refund against all monies contributed towards the skills development levy paid to SARS and not on funds spent on training. This is done via the annual Mandatory Grant claim back. The Skills Development Act notes that a company whose annual payroll exceeds R500K per annual must pay 1% of their... Read More

FAQ, Focus, Skills Development

March 26, 2021

FAQ – Can an employer force you to take the COVID-19 vaccine?

COVID-19 has had a tremendous impact on our economy. Now that a vaccine is finally becoming reality it is not surprising that many employers are looking towards the vaccine as a possible way of bringing normality to their businesses. The question that everyone is asking is; can employers insist that their employees are vaccinated against COVID-19? The short answer is; No, except in exceptional circumstance. There simply... Read More

FAQ, Labour, LATEST

March 21, 2021

FAQ – Can employers subject their personnel to regular breathalyser or narcotic tests?

In terms of the Employment Equity Act, the testing of workplace personnel in order to determine the presence of alcohol or narcotics in their system is justifiable, if applicable, to the inherent nature and dangers of the job. Implementing a zero-tolerance policy in the workplace will put all employees on terms with regards to the... Read More

FAQ, Focus, Labour

March 7, 2021

FAQ – How do I register for Skills Development Levies at SARS?

In order to register with SARS, all employers must review the Employer Guidelines Registration and complete the Levy Registration Form (EMP101e). All documentation is obtainable from www.sars.gov.za, alternatively from your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator. When completing the Levy Registration form, you have to ensure the correct SETA (Sector Education and Training Authority) number is inserted.... Read More

FAQ, LATEST, Skills Development

February 21, 2021

FAQ – What is the impact of the new Bargaining Council for the Fast-Food Restaurant Catering and Allied Trades?

The new Bargaining Council (BC) came into effect on 18 January 2021. This Main Agreement will affect most Employers who previously fell under the Hospitality Sectoral Determination. (With some exceptions). This Council now establishes higher minimum wages and benefits and improved working conditions for employees engaged in the industry. Some noticeable changes are: • The... Read More

FAQ, Focus, Labour

FAQ – Where can you find legitimate Enterprise & Supplier Development beneficiaries for your business?

FAQ – Should employees receive warnings or unpaid leave if they are absent from work?

FAQ – Is your business required to contribute to the B-BBEE ICT Sector Council fees?

FAQ – What compensation can you expect to receive when taking Injury on Duty leave?

FAQ – Can an employer use the results of a polygraph test during a disciplinary hearing

FAQ – Can a company claim back the percentage of monies spent on training?

FAQ – Can an employer force you to take the COVID-19 vaccine?

FAQ – Can employers subject their personnel to regular breathalyser or narcotic tests?

FAQ – How do I register for Skills Development Levies at SARS?

FAQ – What is the impact of the new Bargaining Council for the Fast-Food Restaurant Catering and Allied Trades?

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