Alcohol at Work: The Cough Mixture Defence
“The employer shall ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, that all persons who may be directly affected by his activities are not thereby exposed to hazards to their health or safety.” (Occupational Health and Safety Act) The season of goodwill, holidays, celebrations, and year-end functions is upon us once again. And with it comes […]
What’s the Normal Retirement Age? It’s Complicated, as The Plumber’s Tale Proves
Unlawfully forcing an employee to retire at “normal retirement age” could amount to automatically unfair age discrimination – and lead to the employer paying out a compensation order of two years’ earnings. It’s crucial to understand that, contrary to the fake news recently circulating on social media, South Africa does not have a universally applied […]