Introduction to Labour Law and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
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 …
Overview
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.

Duration: 1 Day
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Course Curriculum
Curriculum
Curriculum
- 9 Sections
- 116 Lessons
- 1 Day
- Unit 1: Employment ConditionsASSESSMENT CRITERIA22
- 1.1Introduction
- 1.2Contracts from the perspective of the employee
- 1.3Contracts from the perspective of the employer
- 1.4Law of Contracts in a nutshell
- 1.5What is a contract?
- 1.6Basis of contracts
- 1.7Employment contract
- 1.8Parties to the employment contract
- 1.9Defining the employee as a party to the employment relationship
- 1.10Application to recent labour disputes within the CCMA
- 1.11Defining the employer as a party to the employment relationship
- 1.12Statutory exclusions
- 1.13Employment conditions
- 1.14Categories of employment
- 1.15The importance of employment
- 1.16Contracts and other types of contracts
- 1.17Organisational sources of employment and sources of labour law
- 1.18The Constitution of South Africa, Act 108 of 1996
- 1.19The Bill of Rights
- 1.20Consequences of the employment contract: employee’s duties
- 1.21Consequences of the employment contract: employer’s duties
- 1.22Doctrine of vicarious liability organisational conditions
- Unit 2: The Purpose and Application of the Basic Conditions of Employment ActASSESSMENT CRITERIA17
- 1.1Introduction
- 1.2Basic conditions of employment
- 1.3Prohibition of employment
- 1.4Variation of the conditions of employment
- 1.5Employment Conditions Commission
- 1.6Sectoral determinations
- 1.7Regulation of working time
- 1.8Leave
- 1.9Parental leave and leave relating to family
- 1.10Particulars of employment part 1
- 1.11Particulars of employment part 2
- 1.12Monitoring, enforcement and legal proceedings of the BCEA
- 1.13Protection of employees against discrimination
- 1.14Legal proceedings – dispute resolution
- 1.15General provisions of the BCEA
- 1.16Code of good practice
- 1.17Penalties
- Unit 3: Drafting the Employment ContractASSESSMENT CRITERIA12
- 1.1Introduction
- 1.2Drafting of the employment contract
- 1.3Statutory information
- 1.4Essentialia of the employment contracts
- 1.5Express, incorporated, and implied terms
- 1.6Exceptional employment conditions
- 1.7Confidentiality clauses
- 1.8Restraint of trade
- 1.9Clear and unambiguous contractual interpretations
- 1.10Legal interpretation based on the wording of the contract
- 1.11Signatory
- 1.12Sample of an employment contract
- Unit 4: Introduction to Labour LawASSESSMENT CRITERIA3
- Unit 5: Individual Labour Law16
- 2.1Introduction
- 2.2Definition of an employee
- 2.3Exclusions from the Labour Relations Act
- 2.4The meaning of dismissal
- 2.5The fairness of the dismissal: Automatic unfair dismissal
- 2.6Other unfair dismissals and burden of proof
- 2.7Code of good practice: Dismissal (schedule 8)
- 2.8Incapacity: Poor work performance
- 2.9Incapacity: ill health or injury
- 2.10Dismissals based on operational requirements
- 2.11Severance pay
- 2.12Date of dismissal
- 2.13Disputes about unfair dismissal
- 2.14Remedies for unfair dismissal
- 2.15Unfair labour practices part 1
- 2.16Unfair labour practices part 2
- Unit 6: Collective Labour Law26
- 3.1Collective bargaining
- 3.2Refusal to bargain
- 3.3Freedom of association
- 3.4Shop agreements
- 3.5Organisational rights
- 3.6Levels of representivity
- 3.7The workplace
- 3.8Organisational rights of trade unions
- 3.9Collective agreements
- 3.10Legal effects of collective agreements
- 3.11The right to strike and recourse to a lock-out
- 3.12Definition of a strike and lockout
- 3.13Strikes
- 3.14Lockouts
- 3.15Substantive limitations to the right to strike: Part 1
- 3.16Substantive limitations to the right to strike: Part 2
- 3.17The concept of the “protected strike or lock-out”
- 3.18Protection and indemnity during a strike or lockout
- 3.19Unprotected industrial action
- 3.20Procedural limitations for a protected strike or lock-out
- 3.21The secondary strike
- 3.22Picketing
- 3.23Protest action
- 3.24Bargaining councils
- 3.25Statutory councils
- 3.26Workplace forums
- Unit 7: Individual Contract of Employment2
- Unit 8: Basic Conditions of Employment Act14
- 5.1Protective legislation
- 5.2Application of the Act
- 5.3Basic guide to working hours
- 5.4Basic guide to overtime
- 5.5Basic guide to working on sundays and public holidays
- 5.6Basic guide to annual leave
- 5.7Basic guide to sick leave and family responsibility leave
- 5.8Basic guide to maternity leave and related leave
- 5.9Basic guide to employment contracts
- 5.10Basic guide to payslips
- 5.11Basic guide to deductions
- 5.12Basic guide to child labour
- 5.13Basic guide to termination
- 5.14Basic guide to employee records
- Unit 9: Grievances4
Requirements
- Grade 10
- NQF Level 2