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Course Purpose: Dive into the cornerstone of workplace regulations with our Introduction to Labour Law and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act course. This essential primer provides an accessible overview of labour law fundamentals, focusing on the pivotal Basic Conditions …
Course Purpose:
Dive into the cornerstone of workplace regulations with our Introduction to Labour Law and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act course. This essential primer provides an accessible overview of labour law fundamentals, focusing on the pivotal Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Participants will gain insights into employment contracts, working conditions, leave entitlements, and termination procedures. Whether you’re an HR professional, manager, or employee, this course equips you with the knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of employment legislation confidently.
What you’ll learn
Embark on a comprehensive journey into the realm of labour law and the foundational principles outlined in the Basic Conditions of Employment Act with our immersive course, Introduction to Labour Law and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. This course serves as a robust foundation for individuals seeking to understand the intricate web of regulations governing the employer-employee relationship. Delving deep into the fabric of labour law, participants will unravel the complexities of employment contracts, working conditions, leave entitlements, and termination procedures. Through a combination of theoretical insights, practical examples, and case studies, participants will gain a nuanced understanding of the rights and responsibilities enshrined in labour legislation. From the intricacies of contractual agreements to the nuances of disciplinary procedures, this course offers a holistic perspective on navigating the legal framework shaping the modern workplace. Moreover, participants will explore the broader implications of labour law on organisational policies, practices, and culture. By understanding the legal parameters governing employment relationships, participants can foster a culture of compliance, fairness, and equity within their organisations. Whether you’re an HR professional seeking to deepen your understanding of labour law, a manager striving to ensure compliance with legal requirements, or an employee eager to grasp your rights and protections, this course offers invaluable insights into the dynamics of the modern workplace. By the course’s conclusion, participants emerge equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools needed to navigate the complexities of labour law effectively, contributing to a fair, equitable, and legally compliant work environment for all stakeholders.

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Course Curriculum
Curriculum
- 9 Sections
- 116 Lessons
- 1 Day
- Unit 1: Employment ConditionsASSESSMENT CRITERIA22
- 0.0Introduction
- 0.1Contracts from the perspective of the employee
- 0.2Contracts from the perspective of the employer
- 0.3Law of Contracts in a nutshell
- 0.4What is a contract?
- 0.5Basis of contracts
- 0.6Employment contract
- 0.7Parties to the employment contract
- 0.8Defining the employee as a party to the employment relationship
- 0.9Application to recent labour disputes within the CCMA
- 0.10Defining the employer as a party to the employment relationship
- 0.11Statutory exclusions
- 0.12Employment conditions
- 0.13Categories of employment
- 0.14The importance of employment
- 0.15Contracts and other types of contracts
- 0.16Organisational sources of employment and sources of labour law
- 0.17The Constitution of South Africa, Act 108 of 1996
- 0.18The Bill of Rights
- 0.19Consequences of the employment contract: employee’s duties
- 0.20Consequences of the employment contract: employer’s duties
- 0.21Doctrine of vicarious liability organisational conditions
- Unit 2: The Purpose and Application of the Basic Conditions of Employment ActASSESSMENT CRITERIA17
- 0.0Introduction
- 0.1Basic conditions of employment
- 0.2Prohibition of employment
- 0.3Variation of the conditions of employment
- 0.4Employment Conditions Commission
- 0.5Sectoral determinations
- 0.6Regulation of working time
- 0.7Leave
- 0.8Parental leave and leave relating to family
- 0.9Particulars of employment part 1
- 0.10Particulars of employment part 2
- 0.11Monitoring, enforcement and legal proceedings of the BCEA
- 0.12Protection of employees against discrimination
- 0.13Legal proceedings – dispute resolution
- 0.14General provisions of the BCEA
- 0.15Code of good practice
- 0.16Penalties
- Unit 3: Drafting the Employment ContractASSESSMENT CRITERIA12
- 0.0Introduction
- 0.1Drafting of the employment contract
- 0.2Statutory information
- 0.3Essentialia of the employment contracts
- 0.4Express, incorporated, and implied terms
- 0.5Exceptional employment conditions
- 0.6Confidentiality clauses
- 0.7Restraint of trade
- 0.8Clear and unambiguous contractual interpretations
- 0.9Legal interpretation based on the wording of the contract
- 0.10Signatory
- 0.11Sample of an employment contract
- Unit 4: Introduction to Labour LawASSESSMENT CRITERIA3
- Unit 5: Individual Labour Law16
- 1.0Introduction
- 1.1Definition of an employee
- 1.2Exclusions from the Labour Relations Act
- 1.3The meaning of dismissal
- 1.4The fairness of the dismissal: Automatic unfair dismissal
- 1.5Other unfair dismissals and burden of proof
- 1.6Code of good practice: Dismissal (schedule 8)
- 1.7Incapacity: Poor work performance
- 1.8Incapacity: ill health or injury
- 1.9Dismissals based on operational requirements
- 1.10Severance pay
- 1.11Date of dismissal
- 1.12Disputes about unfair dismissal
- 1.13Remedies for unfair dismissal
- 1.14Unfair labour practices part 1
- 1.15Unfair labour practices part 2
- Unit 6: Collective Labour Law26
- 2.0Collective bargaining
- 2.1Refusal to bargain
- 2.2Freedom of association
- 2.3Shop agreements
- 2.4Organisational rights
- 2.5Levels of representivity
- 2.6The workplace
- 2.7Organisational rights of trade unions
- 2.8Collective agreements
- 2.9Legal effects of collective agreements
- 2.10The right to strike and recourse to a lock-out
- 2.11Definition of a strike and lockout
- 2.12Strikes
- 2.13Lockouts
- 2.14Substantive limitations to the right to strike: Part 1
- 2.15Substantive limitations to the right to strike: Part 2
- 2.16The concept of the “protected strike or lock-out”
- 2.17Protection and indemnity during a strike or lockout
- 2.18Unprotected industrial action
- 2.19Procedural limitations for a protected strike or lock-out
- 2.20The secondary strike
- 2.21Picketing
- 2.22Protest action
- 2.23Bargaining councils
- 2.24Statutory councils
- 2.25Workplace forums
- Unit 7: Individual Contract of Employment2
- Unit 8: Basic Conditions of Employment Act14
- 4.0Protective legislation
- 4.1Application of the Act
- 4.2Basic guide to working hours
- 4.3Basic guide to overtime
- 4.4Basic guide to working on sundays and public holidays
- 4.5Basic guide to annual leave
- 4.6Basic guide to sick leave and family responsibility leave
- 4.7Basic guide to maternity leave and related leave
- 4.8Basic guide to employment contracts
- 4.9Basic guide to payslips
- 4.10Basic guide to deductions
- 4.11Basic guide to child labour
- 4.12Basic guide to termination
- 4.13Basic guide to employee records
- Unit 9: Grievances4
Requirements
- Grade 10
- NQF Level 2