PaySpace Seminars
BCEA Seminar
Presented by Andrew Levy
What everyone needs to know about the BCEA
A solid working knowledge of the BCEA is an essential requirement for any manager, supervisor or payroll administrator. By properly understanding how this important piece of legislation governs the basic day-to-day aspects of the employment relationship significant savings in time and resources can be made in response to the typically occurring issues that employees present during the course of employment. Starting with the basics of the BCEA we will be covering the key components of the legislation, including working hours, overtime, statutory leave provisions, medical certificates, notice periods and payments on termination.
Despite the relatively straight-forward nature of the legislation itself, there are some very commonly occurring problems that can start to seriously hamper a business if they are not dealt with decisively and quickly. This session promises to be both pragmatic and informative and will be based on numerous examples arising out of case law, and the most effective manner to apply these legal principles to real-world examples. If you are not sure about the mechanisms of the BCEA, and particularly overtime, leave, notice periods and the powers of labour inspectors then attend this sessions to get the fast-track to labour relations enlightenment.
This seminar aims to empower you with knowledge on what everyone needs to know about the BCEA:
- How does the BCEA interact with a contract of employment?
- How does the BCEA define an employee?
- Does the BCEA require a written contract of employment?
- What are “ordinary hours” of work?
- What are the rules relating to working and paying overtime?
- What are the categories of leave that the BCEA requires?
- Do employees accrue annual leave when on sick leave or maternity leave?
- What is a “deserter” and how do I manage this?
- What Happens if a public holiday falls during annual leave or sick leave?
- What are the requirements of an acceptable medical certificate?
- Must I accept sick notes from traditional healers?
- Please clarify the ‘eight-week rule”
- What are the BCEA provisions for valid notice?
- What about the employee who “resigns with immediate effect”?
- Who decides if notice is worked or paid?
- What is the difference between a certificate of service and a reference?
- What are the BCEA rules for deductions from salary without the employee’s agreement?
- What is a “mutually agreed separation” agreement, how does it work?
- What are the powers of the Department of Labour Inspectors, and what will they look for?
- Presentation slides to download a day before the web seminar.
- A downloadable, comprehensive reference guide and a certificate of attendance to be shared after the Webinar.
- The guide will include the Q&A’s covered during the web seminar.
- A link to a recording of the session will be made available.
Who should attend?
- All payroll professionals
- All IR, ER and HR professionals
- Line, Plant and Office Management
- Tax advisors / Practitioners
- Payroll and HR consultants
- Accountants
- Anyone with an interest in the BCEA
About Andrew Levy
Get ready to meet one of South Africa’s most renowned labour experts – Andrew Levy!
With over four decades of experience, Andrew is not only a highly respected author and commentator but also a sought-after seminar presenter. He has acted as an arbitrator on various panels, including being one of the founding CCMA commissioners.
Andrew holds a Masters degree in both Labour Economics and Labour Law and consults with a wide range of organisations on labour relations management, specialising in wage strategy and strike management.
His clients benefit from his unique strategic advice, insight, and direction. Andrew has honed his expertise and methodologies since 1979, earning a reputation as a thought leader and commentator on local and international labour markets and employment relations.
Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from the best in the business!
Seminar details
- TBC
- 09:00 - 14:30 (GMT +2)
- Web Seminar (MS Live)
- Price : R1,750 per person (excl. VAT)