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Employment Equity Act

Is there a difference between bullying and harassment in the workplace?
Bullying and harassment in the workplace happens more often than you think. And it's up to you to protect your employees from workplace bullies. Your employee can take you to court if he's harassed or bullied at work, because he has protection under the Employment Equity Act and the Labour Relations Act. But are bullying and harassment the same thing? Not according to the law...Read on to discover the difference between bullying and harassment.... ››› more
[09 December 2013]

How often should your EE committee hold meetings?
If you're a designated employer you must have an Employment Equity (EE) committee. That's not all. The Employment Equity Act (EEA) says your committee must hold meetings to monitor the progress of your Employment Equity (EE) Plan. Read on to find out how often your EE committee must meet...... ››› more
[06 December 2013]

Two ways to achieve equity in your workplace
Every company has to comply with the Employment Equity Act (EEA). This means you must strive to achieve equity in your workplace. Failure to do this could result in a fine of up to R900 000. But, you can avoid non-compliance fines simply by using these two equity methods...... ››› more
[28 November 2013]

What does the law say about the religious holidays you have to grant your employees?
The cultural and religious diversity of our employees is something that must be respected in the workplace. But when it comes to religious holidays, employers are often left wondering whether they HAVE TO grant leave for obscure holidays.... ››› more
[25 November 2013]

Get your employment equity committee right - here's how
Employment Equity is a priority for businesses! And the Employment Equity Act instructs employers to establish an employment equity committee. But it doesn't explain how you should form this committee, or what they need to cover in their meetings.... ››› more
[08 November 2013]

Five different types of racism you MUST lookout for in your workplace
Racism is discrimination or prejudice against an employee or group of employees based on their race. But there's more than one type of racism out there. Here are five types you should lookout for in your workplace.... ››› more
[30 October 2013]

Don't want 'bad apples'? Here's what you need to do avoid them when recruiting new staff
The Labour Relations Act makes it increasingly difficult for you to dismiss employees. That's why it makes a great deal of sense for you to adhere to the old maxim: 'prevention is better than cure' by making sure you hire employees who will work to your standards of behaviour and performance. This will help you bypass the need for constant disciplinary problems. How can you do this? Implement sound recruitment and selection practices. Here's what you need to do when recruiting and selecting staff.... ››› more
[25 October 2013]

Prevent and manage workplace sexual harassment - before it's too late
A Johannesburg teacher has been arrested after sending his 16-year-old pupil a naked photograph of himself sitting in a bathtub and unwittingly engaging in a late night WhatsApp conversation with the boy's mother, Eye Witness News reports. Now, the boy's mother has reported the case to the media to highlight sexual harassment at her son's school. Don't take this risk in your company. Here's how to proactively prevent sexual harassment from taking place and how you should handle incidents of sexual harassment if they do occur.... ››› more
[07 October 2013]

Department of Trade and Industry set to announce new B-BBEE codes...
The Department of Trade and Industry, together with the Black Economic Empowerment advisory council, will announce new Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) codes of good practice at a summit on 3 and 4 October, Fin24 reports. Read on to find out how this announcement could affect your business.... ››› more
[02 October 2013]

Mango aims for 10% black pilots by 2014! Here's what you need to do to improve YOUR BBBEE points
Low cost airline Mango and South African Express Airways (SAX) have announced that the two carriers will collaborate to effect greater sustainability and opportunities to the existing SAX Cadet Pilot scheme, News24 reports. According to the report, the initiative will see cadet pilots from disadvantaged backgrounds absorbed into Mango's pilot body per growth requirements. In fact, Mango says it aims to achieve a 10% black pilot representation level by March 2014. This initiative has cast the spotlight on Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) and compliance. Here's what you should know to improve your company's BBBEE points for employment equity.... ››› more
[18 September 2013]

Recruiting? Make sure your job ad includes these six essential elements
If you have a job description of the job you're hiring for, you'll have a clear idea of the minimum skill and experience required. This means the job ad you put together will show exactly the type of candidate you need to fill the position. It'll also encourage suitably qualified people to apply for the job. To do this effectively, make sure your job ad contains these six essential elements.... ››› more
[05 September 2013]

Oprah's 'racist' incident highlights the importance of dealing with racism in your workplace
A Swiss luxury-goods store has denied any wrongdoing after Oprah Winfrey said she'd encountered racism when one of its shop assistants allegedly refused to show her an expensive handbag. The store's owner claimed the entire incident was based on a 'misunderstanding due to language difficulties. He also said the saleswoman had never sought to stop Winfrey, whom she failed to recognise, from buying the $36000 crocodile bag, TheAge reports. This incident has certainly cast the spotlight on racism in the workplace. Here are five steps you can use to deal with racism at an individual level.... ››› more
[12 August 2013]

Term of the day: Employment Equity
Employment Equity: A policy or programme designed to reserve jobs for people formerly disadvantaged under apartheid... ››› more
[07 August 2013]

Equality is great, but what are the real benefits of women in leadership?
I've a question for you. Do you think more women leaders will make a difference in your business?... ››› more
[07 August 2013]

Our EE laws prove: South African women are world-class leaders
South African women are in high demand for leadership positions all around the world. Our employment equity (EE) laws have created many sought-after leaders. But does your business do all it can to help to empower the women of our country? Read on to find out how to rectify this if you don't...... ››› more
[05 August 2013]

August is Women's Month: Is your business doing its EE duties?
August is women's month, and the perfect time to revise your business' Employment Equity policies and procedures. Here are the main steps you need to take to make sure your EE is flawless, and your workplace is free from discrimination.... ››› more
[02 August 2013]

Wits dismisses two employees for sexual harassment - here's what to do when you receive a complaint of sexual harassment from your employee
The University of the Witwatersrand has dismissed two employees who've been found guilty of sexual harassment. Both staff members were found to be in breach of the university's Sexual Harassment Policy, Relationship Guidelines and the university's Code of Conduct. The hearings were chaired by independent senior counsel and the outcomes were handed to the university yesterday, Sabcnews reported. While the university has publicly apologised to students who were harassed, the matter has raised questions about sexual harassment in the workplace. Read on to find out what you must do when you receive a complaint of sexual harassment in your workplace.... ››› more
[01 August 2013]

Pope Francis says 'gays shouldn't be marginalised' - Do you know what the EEA says about discrimination based on sexual orientation?
Pope Francis has said gay people should not be marginalised but integrated into society. The Argentine made the remarks in a wide ranging conversation with journalists on the plane bringing him back from a week-long visit to Brazil on Sunday night. While Pope Francis reaffirmed the Roman Catholic Church's teaching that homosexual acts are a sin, the 76-year-old's utterances have been lauded as some of the most conciliatory remarks by a pontiff on the issue of homosexuality. Don't be too quick to dismiss this as just another church issue because the Employment Equity Act requires you to eliminate discrimination in your workplace. Here's what the EEA says about unfair discrimination based on sexual orientation.... ››› more
[01 August 2013]

What dangers do sexual harassment scandals like Vavi's hold for your business?
Sexual harassment claims against Zwelinzima Vavi general secretary of the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) have raised serious questions about sexual harassment in the workplace. According to media reports, Vavi has been accused of raping a Cosatu employee in her office in January. While Vavi has denied the allegation, he admitted to having an affair with the woman who has since withdrawn the sexual harassment complaint. You'll do well not to brush this incident off as a political ploy as this scenario can become a reality in your workplace. Read on to discover the real cost of sexual harassment incidents on your business.... ››› more
[30 July 2013]

Six reasons why workforce planning should be your number one priority
Proper workforce planning allows you to assess the competency and ability of your workforce on an ongoing basis. It also helps you anticipate looming staff crises and steer a steady course. These are just some of the benefits of having a workforce planning model in place. Read on to discover the six other benefits of implementing workforce planning in your business.... ››› more
[29 July 2013]

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