Imminent Strike Action in the Metal and Engineering Bargaining Council

On 15 September 2021, the MEIBC issued a certificate of non-resolution in the ongoing wage, and substantive issues dispute in the industry. In terms of the Labour Relations Act (LRA), the next step in the process is now for the parties to agree on picketing rules. If the parties cannot agree on picketing rules, the... Read More

Labour, LATEST

September 20, 2021

FAQ – Should our company still comply with the Employment Equity Act if we are submitting voluntarily?

Yes, all companies that are submitting Employment Equity reports to the Department of Labour voluntarily are required to comply with all aspects of the Employment Equity Act. The following duties should be complied with even though your company is submitting Employment Equity voluntarily: Duty to appoint an Employment Equity Manager; Duty of communication and awareness;... Read More

FAQ, Labour

September 15, 2021

Intimidation In The Workplace

Intimidation is said to be conduct that is seen or perceived as threatening to one’s safety. Intimidation in the workplace often rears its head in the form of conflict between co-employees, which escalates to a threat, either blatant or implied, leaving the aggrieved party feeling unsafe in and out of the workplace. When dealing with... Read More

Labour, LATEST

September 5, 2021

FAQ – How to deal with employees sleeping on duty.

Sleeping on duty may either occur unintentionally where an employee drowses or dozes off due to sedative medication or long hours of sitting. However, sleeping on duty may also occur intentionally where an employee went to hide away or re-arranged chairs in order to make a temporary bed. Employers are always urged to have... Read More

FAQ, Labour

September 1, 2021

Disciplinary Codes Are A Vital Tool For Employers

A Disciplinary Code is an internal document that the employer of the business drafts. The rules of conduct are underlined in this document, and the suggested penalties for contravening these rules are listed. Schedule 8 of the Labour Relations Act deals with disciplinary rules and procedures. Schedule 8 section 3 (1) states that: “All employers... Read More

Focus, Labour

August 30, 2021

Can One Dismiss An Employee For Informing Someone That Their Employer Is Showing Symptoms Of COVID-19?

When an employee signs their employment contract, there is often a confidentiality clause which states that the employee will refrain from disclosing any confidential information to any third party whilst in employment with their employer and after termination, unless the employer agrees to disclose such information with the employee. Should the employee breach this clause,... Read More

Labour, LATEST

August 17, 2021

Episode 89: When Would An Employer Follow Poor Work Performance Rather Than Misconduct?

In today’s podcast, SEESA Labour Legal Advisor’s Shashika Ramjugath and Ronallda Pillay provide a guideline to assist employers in differentiating when to follow poor work performance or misconduct procedures. Click play to listen to our podcast Contact your SEESA Legal Advisor to assist you with any labour related queries you might have. Alternatively, leave your... Read More

Labour, LATEST, Podcast

August 16, 2021

Disclosure Of Information Before And During Disciplinary Hearings

Many employers had to face the question of whether or not to make certain information available to an employee before a hearing is done or even during a hearing that is being conducted. Information can be confidential, privileged, and sensitive. It is a reasonable concern for the employer to want to know if the employee... Read More

Labour, LATEST

August 13, 2021

Did You Know? – Your business can face a fine if you hire illegal immigrants.

Section 42 of the Immigration Act, 13 of 2002, criminalises the employment of an illegal immigrant. Subsection 42(2) of the Act rejects the claim of ignorance as a valid defence in criminal proceedings, while Section 46 of Act 13 of 2002 as amended by the Immigration Amendment Act, 13 of 2011, makes said criminal act... Read More

DID YOU KNOW, Labour, LATEST

August 11, 2021

Internal Disciplinary Action Vs Criminal Prosecution

Have you, as an employer, ever wondered how to deal with disciplinary action when criminal charges are relevant too? Herewith are some advice and pointers to consider. Misconduct in the workplace must be dealt with in terms of labour legislation and guidelines; however, certain misconduct (e.g. fraud or theft) may also warrant criminal investigation and... Read More

Labour, LATEST

Imminent Strike Action in the Metal and Engineering Bargaining Council

FAQ – Should our company still comply with the Employment Equity Act if we are submitting voluntarily?

Intimidation In The Workplace

FAQ – How to deal with employees sleeping on duty.

Disciplinary Codes Are A Vital Tool For Employers

Can One Dismiss An Employee For Informing Someone That Their Employer Is Showing Symptoms Of COVID-19?

Episode 89: When Would An Employer Follow Poor Work Performance Rather Than Misconduct?

Disclosure Of Information Before And During Disciplinary Hearings

Did You Know? – Your business can face a fine if you hire illegal immigrants.

Internal Disciplinary Action Vs Criminal Prosecution

Recent Posts

Categories