Labour Law
Practical Guidance to understanding and prohibiting harassment in the Workplace
CPD Hours: 2
Price: R450.00
Title / Topic
Practical Guidance to understanding and prohibiting harassment in the Workplace
Presenters : Chantelle de Sousa
Overview:
The South African Constitution protects the right to dignity, equality and fair labour practice and leads to the aim of creating safe workplaces that are free of harassment and discrimination. In today's professional landscape, creating a safe and inclusive workplace is crucial for the well-being and productivity of employees. Harassment has a detrimental impact on individuals and organisations alike
Learning objectives:
By the end of this webinar the attendee should know:
- Understand the various forms of harassment in the workplace.
- Examine the legal framework such as the Employment Equity Act and the Code of Good Practice on the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace pertaining to harassment in South Africa.
- Identify strategies and best practices for preventing and addressing harassment incidents.
- Provide guidance on reporting and handling harassment complaints to minimise organisational risk.
- Encourage active participation and provide a platform for open dialogue and Q&A.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
- Understanding harassment as defined in the Employment Equity Act and the Code of Good Practice on the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace.
- Examining the legal framework and the penalties imposed by the law.
- Understanding the organisational risk should harassment not be addressed such as referrals to the CCMA and Labour Court.