Dismissal For Insubordination
Employees have a duty to obey the reasonable instructions of their employer. Failure or refusal to do so may amount to insubordination.
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Human Resources
The Employment Equity Amendment Bill, 2020 – Easing The Regulatory Burden
The most notable amendment is the narrowing of the definition of “designated employer”, which now means that employers employing less than 50 employees, irrespective of their annual turnover, will no longer form part of the designated employer definition.
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Retrenchment and Severance Pay
Severance pay is given to an employee where they are “dismissed for reasons based on the employer’s operational requirements.” However, there are instances where an “operational requirements” retrenchee is not entitled to severance pay.
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Misconduct in the workplace
Workplace disciplinary codes and policies usually set out the types of behaviour which will be considered unacceptable and further regulate the conduct of employees as a whole.
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The National Minimum Wage Increased By 9.6% For 2023/2024
According to Government Gazette No 48094 dated 21 February 2023, the National Minimum Wage was adjusted from 1 March 2023.
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Dashcam Footage As Evidence – More Than Just For Traffic Violations
If video evidence is reliable and is obtained within the confines of the law, there is no reason why it should not be used and why such footage recording other forms of illegality may not be relied upon.
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How To Present Evidence At A Disciplinary Hearing – Types Of Evidence
Disciplinary hearings exist to either discipline or ultimately dismiss an employee. In either instance, the course of action must be justified, which is found when the chairperson analyses the evidence presented at a disciplinary enquiry. Evidence proves the points raised by a party and gives validity to their arguments.
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Alcoholism and the Workplace
Dealing with an employee who battles with alcoholism is frustrating and can destroy the employment relationship.
Alcoholism, per se, does not constitute misconduct. It is being under the influence of alcohol and the consequences thereof that amount to misconduct.
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Dealing With A Drunk Employee
The unfortunate appearance of drunkenness on duty does not only happen during the “silly season.” Employers often call for advice on how to deal with an employee who is drunk on duty. The first thing to be done is to get proper evidence.
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Fixed Term And Fixed Purpose Employment Contracts
A Fixed Term Employment Contract has a specific time period, with dates known to the employee. A Fixed Purpose Employment Contract is used when an employer wishes to employ someone for a specific purpose, and it is difficult to determine how long it will take the employee to complete the project or task.
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