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How Much Is Too Much

Employers often grapple with resignations given with too little notice or, more dramatically, resignations effective immediately. Less commonly discussed, however, is the situation when an employee tenders a resignation with more notice than required by either the employment contract or the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). How should an employer handle an “excessive” notice [...]

2025-03-17T10:21:18+02:00March 10th, 2025|General|Comments Off on How Much Is Too Much

On the Rocks: Alcohol Related Misconduct Versus Addiction in the Workplace

Employers in South Africa encounter a significant uphill battle when it comes to alcohol related offences in the workplace. From being required to prove breathalyser calibration information and stringent testing methods to observation reports. Employers face further difficulty as they are not allowed to openly and blatantly ask their employees if they have an alcohol [...]

2025-03-17T10:21:53+02:00February 27th, 2025|General|Comments Off on On the Rocks: Alcohol Related Misconduct Versus Addiction in the Workplace

The Anticipated Changes to Schedule 8 of the Code of Good Practice

The Minister of Employment and Labour recently issued a Notice in the Government Gazette providing a Draft of the Code of Good Practice (hereinafter referred to as "the Draft"). The Draft proposes specific amendments to Schedule 8 relating to dismissals, which may lessen stringent procedural expectations, simplify disciplinary procedures, facilitate dispute resolution, and holistically consider [...]

2025-02-11T19:19:52+02:00February 11th, 2025|General|Comments Off on The Anticipated Changes to Schedule 8 of the Code of Good Practice

Unwritten, But Not Unknown

As the new year firmly gets into its stride and businesses seek to gain traction and momentum following the vacation period, the focus from employers at this time of the year usually leans towards planning and aligning employees towards the goals and vision of the organisation. While this is all good and well and most [...]

2025-02-05T21:09:08+02:00February 5th, 2025|General|Comments Off on Unwritten, But Not Unknown

CEO Academy – What in the Workplace is That?

You must have heard of “CEO” as in the Consolidated Employers Organisation – “The Voice of Employers™.” If not, I’ll just casually mention that CEO is the biggest Employer Organisation in South Africa, boasting an astounding 19 176 active members, and growing. Damn, that’s a lot of employers and businesses, right? How about the 9 [...]

2025-01-30T14:02:50+02:00January 29th, 2025|General|Comments Off on CEO Academy – What in the Workplace is That?

An Affirmation of Alternative Dispute Resolution

The preamble of the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 (LRA) boldly stipulates that the LRA was promulgated to “change the law governing labour relations and for that purpose to provide simple procedures for the resolution of labour disputes through statutory conciliation, mediation and arbitration.” In straightforward terms, “the purpose of the LRA is to [...]

2025-01-20T11:58:37+02:00January 20th, 2025|General|Comments Off on An Affirmation of Alternative Dispute Resolution

Off the Clock, But on the Line

In our increasingly connected world, an employee’s actions outside working hours can quickly affect the workplace. Off-duty misconduct presents a complex challenge for employers, requiring a careful balance between respecting employees’ right to privacy and protecting legitimate business interests. The question is: “When does off-duty behaviour become serious enough to justify dismissal?” South African labour [...]

2025-01-14T14:34:18+02:00January 14th, 2025|General|Comments Off on Off the Clock, But on the Line

A Warming World, A Chilling Job Market: Is South Africa’s Labour Force at Risk?

The impact of global warming on South Africa's labour force is a complex issue with both challenges and opportunities. However, the immediate and most significant consequences are predominantly negative, particularly for the agricultural sector, which is one of the sectors that contribute immensely to the South African economy. As reported by reputable sources such as [...]

2025-01-09T12:55:21+02:00January 9th, 2025|General|Comments Off on A Warming World, A Chilling Job Market: Is South Africa’s Labour Force at Risk?

The Why Behind the What

Representatives in the CCMA and relevant bargaining councils often raise various issues before a Commissioner, such as postponement requests, decisions on legal representation, or jurisdictional matters. When a Commissioner makes a decision on these issues, representatives need to understand the reasoning behind it to properly advise their members or explore alternative options such as taking [...]

2025-01-06T12:55:17+02:00January 6th, 2025|General|Comments Off on The Why Behind the What

Leave Nothing to Chance

The pressures of business in a struggling economy result in a vast amount of time dedicated to enhancing business or even staying afloat. To add to the woes of struggling businesses, employers are also obliged to ensure that misconduct is treated in terms of prevailing Labour legislation. Regardless of the misconduct committed, the basic principles [...]

2024-12-13T14:26:47+02:00December 13th, 2024|General|Comments Off on Leave Nothing to Chance
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