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What can you do about employees who didn't show up to work because of today's taxi strike?

It's a jungle in Jo'burg this morning. Not only is the heavy raining causing havoc on the roads, but thousands of workers are stranded due to today's National Taxi Alliance (NTA) strike. And that's bad news for your business. Here's what you need to know about how to handle employees who couldn't [read more...]

How to avoid a Miss SA type nepotism scandal in your workplace

There's a fresh scandal surrounding the Miss South Africa pageant. A few weeks back, news reports indicated that the general public wasn't happy with the choice of judges for the pageant. Now there's a rumours of t. And it's put the spotlight back on nepotism in the workplace. [read more...]

Strikes: What does 'issue in dispute' mean?

News reports this morning indicate that government intends to meet with the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (Amcu) today in a last ditch attempt to halt a mass strike in the mining sector. The looming strike, which is expected to have a devastating impact on the economy, has [read more...]

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  • Are you required to pay employees for a shut-down period?
  • Temporarily closing your business during slow business periods like Christmas, New Year or during school holidays is called a shut-down period. If you're having a shut-down period this December, read on to find out whether or not you're required to pay your employees during this time...... ››› more
  • [27 November 2013]
  • What kind of training is required to erect a scaffold?
  • You probably know that if your company's erecting scaffolding it must comply with construction regulations. But do you know what the law says about the type of training required to erect a scaffold? Read on to find out....... ››› more
  • [22 November 2013]
  • Tongaat disaster highlights the importance of investigating incidents properly
  • Rescue efforts are still continuing in Tongaat, north of Durban. This after a mall being built collapsed yesterday. The latest report by Eye Witness News suggests that at least one person has been confirmed dead and 29 others are being treated in hospital. Rescue teams are combing the scene for people who may be trapped under the rubble. This tragic accident has cast the spotlight on the importance of investigating accidents. Here's what you need to know...... ››› more
  • [20 November 2013]
  • Don't let heatstroke cost you your employees this summer...
  • With the summer heat quickly intensifying, employers need to take care to prevent heat-related injury to their employees. Heatstroke is a major risk, particularly in those industries that see employees working outdoors (think construction or landscaping). But even if you and your employees take to the outdoors for some team-building fun, heatstroke is a risk. And there are specific rules for its treatment...... ››› more
  • [11 November 2013]
  • What's the difference between a regular invoice and a tax invoice?
  • Do you know the difference between a regular invoice and a tax invoice? If you don't, you better read on to ensure your company's complying with the Vat Act.... ››› more
  • [31 October 2013]
  • Warning: You'll face these penalties if you don't comply with your safe work permit obligations
  • You need a safe work permit whenever 'listed work' is done at your workplace. If you fail to comply with this Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requirement, prepare to face the following penalties.... ››› more
  • [22 October 2013]
  • Amcu warns of secondary strike over Amplats retrenchments - here's what you need to know...
  • The Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (Amcu) has warned that strike action over job cuts at Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) could lead to a secondary strike, BDlive reports. Amcu is unhappy with Amplats decision to retrench 3300 workers. If a secondary strike gets underway, it could further cripple Amplats. Here are the five requirements for a secondary strike to be protected you need to know about so you can minimise your company's financial losses.... ››› more
  • [08 October 2013]
  • Audits and independent reviews: Which one does your company need?
  • In terms of the Companies Act, companies have a choice of having audits, independent reviews or nothing performed. Read on to discover if your company needs to have an audit or an independent review performed.... ››› more
  • [03 October 2013]
  • Making extensions or structural alterations to your building? Consider these factors...
  • There are certain factors you must take into account when you make extensions or structural alterations to your premises. If you don't, these are just some of the challenges you may face...... ››› more
  • [25 September 2013]




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