Employee in South Africa

Who is an Employee?

In a broad scope, an employee works in the service of the employer under an express or implied contract of hire that gives the employer the right to dictate the employee’s work duties.

 

What rights does the employee have in South Africa?

The following are basic rights of an employee in South Africa:

• Not to be unfairly dismissed.
• To be treated with dignity and respect.
• To be paid the agreed wage on the agreed date and at the agreed time.
• To be provided with appropriate resources and equipment to enable him/her to do the job.

 

 

What are the 5 rights that workers have?

The following are the rights of a worker you need to know:

• Compensation equality.
• Freedom to join a Union.
• Safe workplace.
• Harassment free workplace.
• Non-discrimination.
• Family and medical leave.
• Minimum wage.
• Retaliation-free workplace.

 

Where can I report unfair treatment at work in South Africa?

Read more about lodging a complaint in the Equality Court or contact the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development on 012 357 8205.

What are 5 responsibilities of a worker?

• As a worker, you have a legal responsibility to maintain your own health and safety and not place others at risk.

• Protect your own health and safety.
• Do not place others at risk.
• Treat others with respect.
• Reporting safety concerns.
• Further information.

 

What are 5 responsibilities of employers?

Know your employer responsibilities

• Act in good faith and treat employees fairly.
• Pay employees on time.
• Deduct the correct amounts.
• Get leave and public holidays right.
• Health and safety responsibilities of employers.
• Protect the privacy of your employees.

 

What are 2 things your employer must do that you have a right to?

Your employer is required to keep you safe at work. To help prevent injuries on the job, employers must:

• Make sure the workplace is safe by identifying health and safety hazards and correcting them.
• Have a written health and safety plan.

 

What laws does South Africa have to protect workers?

South Africa has three main labour laws related to workers protection, namely the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the Labour Relations Act, and the Employment Equity Act.

 

 What is unfair Labour practice South Africa?

An unfair labour practice means any unfair act or omission that arises between an employer and an employee, involving: The unfair conduct of the employer relating to the promotion, demotion or training of an employee or relating to the provision of benefits to an employee.

 

What are the rights and duties of employees in South Africa?

You must follow all lawful employer safety and health rules and regulations, and wear or use required protective equipment while working. Report hazardous conditions to the employer. Report any job-related injury or illness to the employer, and seek treatment promptly.