BASIC CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Question 1

Purpose of the act BCEA

Answer 1

• ensuring that employees are treated in a fair manner in the workplace and promoted economic development+ protects against unfair labour practices

Question 2

Issues covered in the act BCEA

Answer 2

• working hours and overtime (45 hours in a week + time and a half for overtime)
• deductions (no deductions unless agreed upon)
• public holidays (have option to work and it’s double time)
• leave ( annual - 21 days per cycle; sick - 30 days for 3 years; maternity- 4 months unpaid; family responsibility - only after 4 months of employment- 3 days per year)
• notice periods (1 week if less than month - 2 weeks if less than year - 1 month if over a year)

Question 3

Name 2 positives BCEA

Answer 3

• prevents child labour
• ensures employees are treated in fair manner

Question 4

Name 2 negative BCEA

Answer 4

• overtime is limited therefore limiting earning potential
• employer can’t afford minimum wage