Zoom Meetings In The Time Of COVID-19
With the advent of COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown which was announced, companies were forced to find alternative ways to complete routine tasks. The use of Zoom, Microsoft Teams and WhatsApp video call quickly became a go-to method for hosting and joining meetings. The use of video conferencing methods did not come without its own set of problems. Problems with connection, load shedding and distractions at home created new problems for employees working from home. One such example is in...
Episode 51: When Can Entities Complete An Affidavit As Proof Of Their BEE Status?
SEESA BEE legal advisors, Juane Zeelie and Stephen Strydom discuss the validity of affidavits in the BEE environment. They specifically address the criteria applicable to affidavits and when it will suffice as proof of an entity's BEE status. They also discuss the possible consequences of incorrectly making use of an affidavit instead of a SANAS accredited BEE certificate. Click play to listen to our podcast! Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries...
The Effect Of The New Property Sector Codes On Companies Operating Only In The Private Sector
B-BBEE, as we all know, has a huge effect on the way we do business in South Africa. Even though it may not personally affect you, it is still essential to know why B-BBEE was introduced and what it means for the country. While B-BBEE was implemented by the Government to rebuild what has been lost, building the country up has been the main focus for many companies and industries. While it will take a lot of work, such industries, including the property sector, can benefit from embracing...
FAQ – What To Do When An Employee Always Shows Up Late For Work?
For an offence such as late coming, the company should follow progressive discipline. Therefore, for a first offence, a written warning will be issued, thereafter a final written warning and then a disciplinary hearing can be scheduled. To find out how SEESA Labour can help your business, visit our website for more: https://bit.ly/2FLPuv0
Did You Know? – All TERS Applications For July–15 September Will Be Closing On The 30th Of October 2020.
Attention All Employers TERS applications will close on 30 October 2020 at 23:59. All SEESA UIF clients please ensure that your TERS application reaches SEESA before 30 October 2020 at 12:00 to ensure enough time for submission of claims.Applications received after 12:00 tomorrow will not be accepted. To find out how SEESA can help your business visit our website for more: https://bit.ly/3mxPlez "SMS" the word "SEESA" to 45776 with your query and a professional Legal Advisor will contact...
Did You Know? – The B-BBEE Commission Recently Hosted a Webinar Conference Regarding Fronting and The Consequences Thereof.
What is Fronting? Fronting relates to activities, whether attempted or deliberately, which are aimed at circumventing the B-BBEE Act. This includes the misrepresentation of black economic empowerment statuses and the falsification of certificates. The following was made clear in the webinar: •Companies participating in Fronting will be prosecuted; •6 Cases have already been referred to the NPA; To find out how SEESA BEE can help your business visit our website for more:...
Incidental Consumer Credit Agreements Could Place Your Company At Risk
The Consumer Protection Act[1] (hereinafter referred to as the “CPA”) aims not only to promote a fair, accessible and sustainable marketplace for consumer products and services in order to establish norms and standards for consumer protection but also to promote a consistent legislative and enforcement framework relating to consumer transactions and agreements. Incidental consumer credit agreements are examples of such consumer transactions and agreements by which the CPA aims to provide...
Episode 50: What Is A Medical or Ill Health Incapacity?
In today's episode, SEESA law experts, Bruce Roko and JG du Plessis explain the concept of a medical incapacity and the procedures related to such a process. Permanent incapacity arising from ill-health or injury is recognised as a legitimate reason for terminating an employment relationship and thus an employer is not obliged to retain an employee who is permanently incapacitated if such employee’s working circumstances or duties cannot be adapted. A dismissal would, under such circumstances,...
Intentional Or Reckless Interference With Health And Safety Measures
(Failure to wear your facial mask in the workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic). During the course of 2020, employers, employees and the whole of South Africa was confronted by the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. Various rules and regulations came into effect, including the requirement of using a facemask and to adhere to strict social distancing at all times. In the workplace, the employer may frequently be confronted with situations where employees fail to wear their necessary personal...
Did You Know? – All TERS Applications For July–15 September Will Be Closing On The 30th Of October 2020.
Attention all Employers. All TERS applications for July–15 September will close on the 30th of October 2020. To find out how SEESA can help your business visit our website for more: https://bit.ly/37CqKBa "SMS" the word "SEESA" to 45776 with your query and a professional Legal Advisor will contact you!