Picketing is a lawful form of industrial action regulated under Section 69 of the Labour Relations Act (LRA). It allows trade unions to peacefully encourage public support during a protected strike. However, picketing cannot proceed without clearly defined rules. This infographic explains how picketing rules are determined, including the role of the CCMA in setting rules under Section 69(6B), which permits picketing on employer premises where permission has not been unreasonably withheld.

By Sharice Naicker
Dispute Resolution Official at Consolidated Employers Organisation (CEO SA)