Today I chaired a hearing that took 2 hours. That is not the usual, but it is also not that uncommon. If I were to estimate I would say that the average time for a hearing is between 30mins to an hour. But, here are some factors I consider when it comes to the time […]
Tag Archives: labour relations
Suspending an Employee before a Disciplinary Hearing
Is the suspension before a disciplinary hearing paid? Yes, if you are suspending an employee before a disciplinary hearing, the suspension is with pay. “But they stole from the business” or “But they assaulted someone” I completely understand the frustration that comes with suspending an employee with pay before a disciplinary hearing, however, the purpose […]
Issuing a notice to attend a disciplinary hearing
If you need a template for a notice to attend a disciplinary hearing (also known as a disciplinary inquiry or disciplinary enquiry), you can, for a small fee, purchase it HERE. Please note: The price is in dollars to facilitate the automatic payment through Paypal to ensure that the document is available immediately after payment […]
What disciplinary action to take?
Employers and managers are often faced with this question – what is the appropriate disciplinary action to take given that a particular transgression has occurred? Often managers rely on labour relations consultants to advise them (which is a great resource when needed), but what if managers could feel more comfortable to manage the day to […]
Overtime Agreement Template
Overtime can only be worked by agreement. You can download our Overtime Agreement Template HERE. This agreement is used to implement overtime in accordance with the requirements of the Basic Conditions of Employment. It includes all provisions of Section 10 of the BCEA, as well as other important restrictions. Furthermore, this agreement includes all variations […]
Section 189(3) Retrenchment Letter
You can download a template for a Section 189(3) Retrenchment Letter HERE. To get the most from the template and start your retrenchment off on the right foot – watch our video on How to draft a Section 189(3) retrenchment letter on our Youtube Channel.
Who represents Employees during a Retrenchment Consultation?
When an Employer contemplates dismissing one or more Employees for reasons based on the Employer’s operational requirements (i.e. retrenchment), the Employer must consult with….. Firstly – Any person whom the employer is required to consult with in terms of a collective agreement (this is usually in the case where an Employer belongs to a bargaining […]
You missed a CCMA case – What now? | Rescission Application
We know it can be scary realizing or finding out that you have missed a CCMA case. There is something you can do about it – A Rescission Application. You might be feeling hesitant to contact a professional to help you with your missed CCMA case, because you are concerned about spending money. We’ve got […]