Implementers and Trainers of Employment Equity Act

To all those who work with Employment Equity implementation, it is that time of year again.

Please see the attachments – proposed amendments to the Act and to the Regulations – fortunately not in place in time for this year’s submission.

Look for the introduction of equal pay for work of equal value, the proposed forms for a compliance…[Read more]

Good day Employment Equity Trainers,
I am tasked to do the Employment Equity Analysis and the Employment Equity Plan. Please kindly advise/guide me through the process.

Regards,
Thembi.

Hi to all,
In a few months it will be time for Employment Equity reporting, so this is a good time to read the latest report from the Commission for Employment Equity.
Time to read up on what isn’t being done and make sure that the company that you are reporting on meets all the requirements of the legislation, and expectations of the Department…[Read more]

There is a definite link between EE and BBBEE and one cannot comply with legislation without taking both into consideration. What exactly is the link and how do companies go about addressing both issues?
Any words of wisdom out there or any words of advice you want to offer to assist readers? What can be done to make the training spend more…[Read more]

A great deal is happening at present to bring employers on line and to ensure they comply with the requirements of section 19 and 20 of the EE Act as outlined in the EE Act.
Many companies I have come into contact with are familiar with the various EEA forms and have completed these but what sort of thought has gone into them and are they all…[Read more]

I was unable to attend the recent road shows and was wondering if any of our members might be able to provide up to date feedback???
Are there any proposed changes?
Is there anything we need to watch out for?
What improvements can we make etc.???

In terms of the Employment Equity Act the employer has to consult with the employees on various matters as outlined in the Code of Good Practice on the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the EE plan.
When this requirement is considered it is quite obvious that the employer must consult regarding the content of the EE Plan and/or any…[Read more]

For all those waiting for the Western Cape and Gauteng roadshow venues – please see updated Venue Schedule and venues that have been cancelled.

If you are lacking in motivation to attend, please also see Business Report today on 6 companies to be prosecuted.

To all implementers of employment equity,
Is your company disability profile less than it should be?
To assist you to identify and provide openings for people with disabilities for inclusion in your Employment Equity Plan, and recruit people with disabilities to fill the vacancies,Department of Labour have provided a listing of Disability…[Read more]

Dear members,
For those who were looking for further details of the roadshows, please see attached schedule.
There are venues in the first ones, but still waiting for remaining venues.
Please ensure that you reserve the date for your area, and send a booking reservation.
Then keep coming back, and checking Labour.gov website for updated details of venues.

The Department of Labour will host its annual workshops and roadshows in all provinces to promote the implementation and compliance with the Employment Equity Act from 11 July to 8 September.

The department hosts workshops and roadshows in all the provinces annually to share key information and at the same time, provide a platform to stakeholders…[Read more]