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SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 151: Sexual harassment and how the employer can approach such an offence in the workplace.
SEESA Labour Legal Experts, Larisha Govender and Simone Abrahams discuss sexual harassment in the workplace, which is very often a difficult matter to navigate. They also focus on providing the employer with a guide to effectively approach such an offence and ways to possibly guard against it. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour-related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a legal advisor to contact you. #SEESALabour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ProFile #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs
2023-02-22
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 150: Has your business done its personal information impact assessment?
SEESA Consumer Protection & POPI Legal Advisors Viantha Govender and Shanay Reddy discuss the duty of an Information Officer within a business to complete a Personal Information Impact Assessment to identify and minimise the data protection risks from processing personal information within the business in terms of the POPI Act. Should you require additional information regarding the Protection of Personal Information Act, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #POPIA #TheEmployersCompany #Contact #SEESA #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #InformationOfficer...
2023-02-15
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 149: What are the common misconceptions regarding BEE?
SEESA BEE Legal Experts Solita Pillay and Saigal Inderpal discuss the most common misunderstandings in the BEE industry and unravel some BEE truths. They also focus on what is accurate and true. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE-related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #LegalAdvisors #Experts #SouthAfrica #ContactUsToday #Misconceptions #BEE #Industry
2023-02-08
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 148: When should my business submit its first Employment Equity reports?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Chuma Mzileni and Sasha-Lee McCay discuss the process to be followed by a first-time designated employer for Employment Equity and when the first reports must be submitted to the Department of Labour. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Signup Today! Contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitator #EmploymentEquity #Reports #DepartmentOfLabour #ContactUsToday #BusinessOwners #Employers #MonthlyRetainerFee #TheEmployersCompany
2023-02-01
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 147: Lay-bys and the Consumer Protection Act - Various rights and obligations of both parties to the contract.
SEESA CP & POPI Legal Advisors Charl Fourie and Sage Hardiman discuss the importance of Section 62, lay-by agreements in the Consumer Protection Act, emphasising the Retail Industry. They answer the question of whether consumers can cancel a lay-by without penalty and when goods must be delivered. Should you require further assistance or consumer-related advice, please contact your nearest SEESA office for professional legal support. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #POPIA #TheEmployersCompany #Contact #SEESA #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #CPA #Section62 #LayBays #Agreements #RetailIndustry...
2023-01-25
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 146: What are the targets for Enterprise, Supplier and Socio-Economic Development in terms of the ICT Sector Codes?
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors, Leze Jonker and Danie Wessels discuss which entities fall under the ICT Sector and what the requirements are for Enterprise, Supplier and Socio-Economic Development elements on both the QSE and Generic Scorecard. They also discuss how SEESA can assist clients in obtaining the required points for Enterprise and Supplier Development by making use of Incuvest in obtaining the required points under these elements. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE-related queries you might have. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact...
2023-01-18
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 145: Legal Update For Employers / Business Owners Concerning Zimbabwean Nationals Working Within SA
SEESA's Legal Advisors, Charl Vollgraaff and Meggan Watson, provide a basic summary of the latest legal developments concerning Zimbabwean Nationals who are current ZEP holders living and working within South Africa. They inform Employers/Business Owners about the further extension of the grace period for these current ZEP holders to prevent the spread of misinformation and possible unfair labour practices towards these workers. Should you require more information regarding today’s topic, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESALabour #Le...
2022-12-08
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 144: Is Your Business Recruiting And Promoting With The Purpose Of Achieving Equitable Representation?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Juanelle Mare and Marius Wiese discuss various methods companies can utilise to ensure that their recruitment and promotion procedures are in line with the requirement of the Employment Equity Act and look at its importance. Should you require additional information, please contact your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator, alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #SDF #SkillsDevelopment #Training #Benefits #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #Podcast #Recruiting #Promoting #Achieving #Representation
2022-11-23
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 143: The Supplier's Responsibility In Holding Any Deposit Or Part Payment On Behalf Of A Consumer
SEESA Legal Advisors, Marike Brand and Jano Fourie, discuss the suppliers' responsibilities in the event that they hold any deposit or part payment on behalf of a consumer. They further discuss the suppliers' accountability to consumers in the event of the above. Should you require additional information regarding the Consumer Protection Act, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #POPIA #TheEmployersCompany #Contact #SEESA #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #Employer #CPA #Section62 #Section64 #Section65
2022-11-16
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 142: Implementing B-BBEE Initiatives In My Business - Will It Be Expensive?
SEESA BEE legal advisors, Meagan Turley and Christiaan Naudé discuss the costs associated with BEE initiatives. They focus on the Amended Codes of Good Practice Generic Scorecard elements requiring monetary contributions. They also explain how the contribution amounts are calculated and when it is applicable. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE-related queries you might have. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #Employer #TheEmployersCompany #LegalAdvisors #BBBEE #Initiatives #LegalAdvisors #AmendedCodesOfGoodPractice #GenericScorecard #Elements #ContactUs
2022-11-09
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 141: What Are Your Rights And Obligations As An Employer When Section 77 Of The Labour Relations Act Is Invoked?
SEESA Labour Law Experts Anel Pistorius and Stefan Tickner discuss the implications of a trade union or a federation of trade unions filing a notice of protest action to promote socio-economic interests. They also focus on the rights of the parties and how these rights are executed, ending their discussion with the employer's specific obligations and recourse for misconduct by participating employees. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour-related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a legal advisor to...
2022-11-02
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 140: Scarce And Critical Skills - From Identifying, Analysing and Reporting Thereof.
In today's fast-moving and evolving business world, employee skills and abilities must continuously be checked, refreshed, updated and recorded. SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Mendeleev Sehlapelo and Loanko Pieters discuss identifying these skills and what is needed from your company's side. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Signup Today! Contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitator #BenefitsForYourBusiness #BusinessOwners #Employers #MonthlyRetainerFee #TheEmployersCompany #ContactUsToday
2022-10-26
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 139: The Interpretation Of The POPIA With Reference To A Recent CCMA Case.
SEESA CP & POPI Legal Advisors, Juanne Bester and Melinda van der Merwe discuss the important aspect of the Sheburi v Railway Safety matter that was raised in the CCMA in March 2022. The applicant raised certain aspects of Personal Information, and a request was made to exclude some evidence due to it being personal information protected by the POPI Act. Should you require additional information regarding the POPI Act please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #TheEmployersCompany #ContactUs #ProfessionalLegalAdvice...
2022-10-19
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 138: Gross Dishonesty - Dishonesty Related Misconduct and What Evidence Should Be Presented At A Hearing
SEESA Labour Law experts Stephan le Roux and Jani Jordaan discuss the various forms that dishonest conduct can take in the workplace and how to deal with those forms. They also provide guidelines on how to prepare evidence to ensure the best outcome. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a legal advisor to contact you. #SEESALabour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ProFile #Employer #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #GrossDishonesty #Misconduct #Evidence #Hearing...
2022-10-12
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 137: What To Expect When Faced With An Employment Equity Director General Audit?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Kameron Chetty and Claudia Havenga explain what to expect when faced with a Notice of Inspection from the Department of Labour for Employment Equity. They also clarify what documentation is required should you receive a Director General review based on recommendations should you be found non-compliant with the Employment Equity Act. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Signup Today! Contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative to contact you. ...
2022-09-28
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 136: The PAIA Manual - Mandatory as of 01 January 2022
SEESA Consumer Protection & POPI Legal Advisors, Remolla Naidoo and Ashlin Naidoo discuss the significance of Section 14 and 51 of PAIA, which stipulates that the Information Officer of a public or private body must compile a manual containing certain information. Should you require further assistance or any POPI-related advice, please contact your nearest SEESA office for professional legal support. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #LegalAdvisors #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ContactSEESA #POPIA #PAIAManual #InformationOfficer
2022-09-21
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 135: Unsure How To Approach The BEP Sub-sector Within The Construction Codes?
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Saigal Inderpal and Seshni Chetty discuss the type of entities that are classified as BEP and the general requirements thereof. They also discuss the differences between Contractors and BEPs. Should you require more information regarding this topic, contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on SEESA’s website for an advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #Employer #ContactUs #BEP #Contractors #GeneralRequirements
2022-09-14
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 134: Employment Contracts In The Workplace. Why Do We Need Them?
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Arhana Ramdhew and Trishan Bisnath discuss the importance of an employment contract in the workplace. They explain the formal requirements when drafting contracts and the risks of not implementing employment contracts in the workplace. Should you require advice or assistance on how to draft and implement contracts in your workplace, please get in touch with your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, you can leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ProFile #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #Employment #Contract #Workplace #Requirements #Drafting #I...
2022-09-07
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 133: What Constitutes Retirement Age, And When Does A Contract Of Employment Terminate Due To Retirement Age?
SEESA Legal Advisors, Kopano Moloto and Natan Dzombeni discuss how an employer should handle the termination of an employee due to retirement age. They also focus on how retirement age is determined and alternative manners of termination if there is no agreement or contract stipulating the prescribed retirement age. Want to know more about Retirement Age and Contracts? Contact your nearest SEESA office or Legal Advisor. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors #Podcast #Listen #ExpertLegalAdvice #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany...
2022-08-31
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 132: Who Is Liable For Damages Caused By Goods In Regards To Section 61 Of The CPA No 68 of 2008?
SEESA Legal Advisors Arno Maree and Mabore Molepo discuss Section 61 of the Consumer Protection Act, which deals with liability for damages caused by goods and the impact it can have on a business. They also discuss the case law regarding this section and steps a business can take to limit liability. Should you require further assistance or advice about Section 61 of the CPA, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #LegalAdvisors #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ContactSEESA...
2022-08-24
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 131: Introducing the Draft Legal Sector Codes - What You Should Know
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Chante Hobbs and Katleho Mini discuss the Draft Legal Sector Codes. They focus on the differences between the Amended Codes of Good Practice and the Draft Legal Sector Codes. ☎️ Want to know more about the Draft Legal Sector Codes? Contact your SEESA BEE Legal Advisor or leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative will contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #LegalAdvisors #SouthAfrica #ContactUsToday #BBBEE #LegalSectorCodes #AmendedCodesGoodPractice
2022-08-17
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 130: Unfamiliar with The Code of Good Practice on The Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace?
On the 18th of March 2022, The Code of Good Practice on the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace came into effect. SEESA Legal advisors Elsje-Marie van Zyl and Martin Engelbrecht discusses the implications of the new code on businesses and how it affects dealing with harassment in the workplace going forward. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour-related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors...
2022-08-10
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 129: How is the Consumer Goods and Services Ombudsman (CSGO) relevant to my business?
In terms of Section 82 of the Consumer Protection Act, Ombudsman, such as the Consumer Goods and Services Ombudsman (CGSO), have jurisdiction over consumer complaints. In this episode, SEESA Legal Advisor Martin Engelbrecht and Elsje-Marie van Zyl guides you through the purpose and nature of this body, implications thereof on your business, complaints and the handling thereof.] Should you require additional information regarding the Consumer Protection Act please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #TheEmployersCompany #Contact #SEESA...
2022-08-03
08 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 128: Section 21 - Can A Union Make Demands In Your Workplace?
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Daniel Brandsen and Conrad Conradie discuss the rights stipulated in terms of Section 21 of the Labour Relations Act dealing with Unions in the workplace. They explain what an employer should do when a Union enters the workplace or sends a list of demands and claim certain rights. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour-related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a legal advisor to contact you. #SEESALabour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ProFile...
2022-07-27
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 127: How To Facilitate Your Employment Equity Meetings To Ensure Compliance?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Jacques Pienaar and Jean-Pierre de la Guerre explain how to facilitate your Employment Equity Meetings to ensure compliance. They focus on specific aspects that need to be addressed throughout the year. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Signup Today! Contact any of our SEESA offices, alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #EmploymentEquity #EE #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #EmploymentEquityMeetings #Compliance #Podcast
2022-07-20
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 126: The Procedure To Follow When Submitting A Complaint And Handling Thereof By The Information Regulator
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors Frank Maritz and Jaco Lombard discuss the content of the guidance note published during October 2021. They focus on elements such as how to file a complaint with the Information Regulator, will all complaints be investigated by the Information Regulator and appeal against the finding. Should you require further assistance or consumer-related advice, please contact your nearest SEESA office for professional legal support. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #POPI #TheEmployer'sCompany #BusinessOwners #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #InformationRegulator #Guidance #Elements #Appeals...
2022-07-13
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 125: Fronting And The Consequences Thereof Under The BEE Legislation
SEESA BEE Legal advisors, Dominique van Deventer and JP Potgieter explain what is fronting, the common scenarios of fronting in a company and what the consequences will be for a company or individual when found guilty. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #ContactUsToday #BBBEE #TypesOfFronting #Consequences #BEELegislation #Senarios #Company #Employer
2022-07-06
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 124: Rescission Application and Certification of a CCMA Award
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Dyllan Jankielsohn and Frikkie Van Tonder discuss the definition of an arbitration award and the application to rescind such an award. They also discuss the certification of an arbitration award and how such award is stayed or ceased, temporarily or permanently, by the rescission application. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with labour-related queries. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESALabour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ProFile #Employees #Employer #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #ArbitrationAward #Award #RescindAward
2022-06-29
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 123: The Importance of Reporting After an Employment Equity Director General Review
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Chantel Roux and Kayla Fourie discuss the importance of accurate Employment Equity reporting after your business has passed a Director General Review. They also provide guidance on important factors that the Employment Equity inspectors analyse. Should you require additional information, please contact your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #SkillsDevelopment #Training #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #Podcast #EE #EmploymentEquity #DirectorGeneralReview #Reporting #Guidance #Inspectors #Analyse
2022-06-22
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 122: When Will A Supplier Be Liable For Damages In Terms Of Section 56 Of The Consumer Protection Act?
SEESA Legal Advisors, Yolande Iversen and Charl Fourie discuss the importance of Section 56 of the Consumer Protection Act with an emphasis on the Motor Industry. They focus on whether Consumers can repair a vehicle themselves without notifying the supplier first and claim for reimbursement after the fact. Should you require further assistance or consumer-related advice, please contact your nearest SEESA office for professional legal support. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #POPIA #TheEmployersCompany #Contact #SEESA #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #CPA #Section56 #Supplier...
2022-06-08
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 121: Amended BEE Sector Codes And Reporting To The Financial Sector Transformation Council (FSTC)
SEESA BEE & Labour Legal Advisors, Edmund Drake and Chanté du Plessis discuss the amended BEE Finance Sector Codes and when it is required to report to the Financial Sector Transformation Council (FSTC). They also discuss the scope of application, the different thresholds and the elements within the Amended Finance Sector Codes. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #LegalAdvisors #Amended #BEEFinancialSectorCodes #Reporting #FinancialSectorTransformationCouncil #F...
2022-06-01
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 120: Collective Agreements Concluded With Majority Trade Unions And The Effect On Minority Unions And Non-Union Members
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Charl Vollgraaff and Sandrisha Govender discuss aspects of Labour Law in South Africa as it relates to collective bargaining and collective agreements. They focus on collective agreements concluded with majority trade unions and the effect on minority unions and non-union members. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with labour related queries, alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ProFile #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #ExtensionOfCollectiveAgreements #TradeUnions #MinorityUnions #NonUnionMembers
2022-05-25
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 119: Unsure How To Fully Comply With The EEA12 Of The Employment Equity Act?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Sherice Stone and Chante Lottering review and explain what a company must adhere to in terms of Employment Equity compliance to the EEA12 requirements. They also explain Section 19 of the Employment Equity Act, with specific reference to under and over-representation and barriers identified in the company. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Sign Up Today! Contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitator #Benefits...
2022-05-18
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 118: Processing Of Special Personal Information On Vaccination Cards In Terms Of POPIA
SEESA CP & POPI legal advisors Hugo Roux and Rouchelle de Beer discuss the processing of health information related to COVID-19 in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act, and whether a business may request proof of vaccination from employees, contractors and third parties. They also discuss what the business may do if a person refuses to provide proof of vaccination. Should you require additional information regarding the Protection of Personal Information Act, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA...
2022-05-11
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 117: Understanding the B-BBEE Scorecard Priority Element
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Cherise Goeveija and Eileen du Preez discuss the sub-minimum requirements for B-BBEE priority elements. They also focus on the different sectors and how the discounting principle applies. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #ContactUsToday #BBBEE #SubminimumRequirements #PriorityElements #DifferentSectors #DiscountingPrinciple
2022-05-04
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 116: How To Use Circumstantial Evidence In A Disciplinary Hearing?
It often occurs that business owners do not have the correct type of evidence to prove the guilt of an accused employee during a disciplinary hearing which then results in a not guilty finding. In this podcast, SEESA Legal Advisors JG du Plessis and Adriaan Brits discuss the key elements of how circumstantial evidence can be correctly utilised and how one should present such evidence in order for it to be admissible. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details...
2022-04-20
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 115: SEESA Webinars Utalising Technology For Easier and Better Access To Training and Upskilling of Employees
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Caroline Roos and Iain Peterkin discuss SEESA Webinars and how to book and attend these online courses. They also focus on the benefits thereof and the way in which SEESA is utilising technology to bring training to our clients. Contact your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business with Employment Equity Committee meetings. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for an SDF to contact you #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #SkillsDevelopment #Training #Webinars #Benefits #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #Podcast
2022-04-06
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 114: The Protection of Personal Information Act: Transparency and Openness
SEESA Legal Advisors Mariam Allie and Asheer Dollie discuss the legal requirements when collecting personal information, as set out in Condition 6 of the Protection of Personal Information Act. They further address the consequences of non-compliance and the steps businesses can take towards conformity of Condition 6 of the Act. Should you require further assistance or advice about POPIA, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for a legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #LegalAdvisors #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ContactSEESA #POPIA #ProtectionOfPersonalInformationAct #Transparency #Openness #Condition6
2022-03-30
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 113: What Are The Key Advantages Of Obtaining A BEE Certificate?
BEE Legal Advisors Stephen Strydom and Marcia Wildschut discuss the importance of having a valid BEE Certificate. The discussion delves into the importance of having a BEE certificate as well as the competitive edge provided by having a BEE certificate. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with your BEE Certificate. Alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #SouthAfrica #Employers #BusinessOwners #SmallEnterpriseEmployersOfSouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #BusinessSolutions #LegalServices #BEECertificate #Advantages
2022-03-23
03 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 112: When does an employee's conduct constitute abuse of sick leave?
SEESA Labour Law experts Anel Pistorius and Gysbert Janssen discuss the situation where an employee's conduct under circumstances of alleged state of illness needs closer examination. This topic is discussed with reference to recent case law and prevailing labour legislation to enable employers to make informed decisions on how to deal with situations like this and to determine when misconduct is being committed. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a legal...
2022-03-16
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 111: What Documents Are Required For A Successful Workplace Skills Plan Submission?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Simone Van Den Berg and Catherine Jugmohan discuss the documentation required for a successful Workplace Skills Plan submission as well as the frequently asked questions from our clients. They also focus on the benefits of claiming back a portion of your Skills Development Levy paid to SARS, the documentation required, and how your assigned Skills Development Facilitator can assist with this process. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Signup Today! Contact any of our SEESA offices, alternatively, leave your contact details on our...
2022-03-09
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 110: What Are The Advantages Of Using Learnerships On Your BEE Scorecard?
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Solita Pillay and Seshni Chetty discuss how learnerships work and the impact that they have on the BEE Scorecard. They also focus on the financial benefits of using learnerhips. ☎️ Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have. Alternatively, SMS the word "SEESA" to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #LegalAdvisors #Learnerships #BEEScorecard #FinancialBenefits #SouthAfrica #ContactUsToday #BBBEE
2022-03-02
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 109: The Processing Of Personal Information of Children In Respect of POPIA - How And Why?
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors Megashlin Naidoo and Viantha Govender discuss the legal implications in relation to POPIA and the processing of information of children. They focus on the aspects of Authorisation of processing children's information in respect of Section 34 and 35 of the Protection of Personal Information Act. They also mention the appropriate safeguards in terms of Section 19 required to secure the integrity and confidentiality of Personal Information. Want to know more about the Processing of Personal Information of Children? Contact your SEESA Legal Advisor or leave your contact details on our website, and a...
2022-02-23
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode: 108 Unilateral changes to an employee's employment conditions and the risks involved
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Nicolan Achary and Candice Govender discuss unilateral changes made by an employer to an employee's employment conditions. They explain what unilateral changes entail and the possible adverse consequences employers may suffer by implementing changes without following a proper consultative process. Should you require advice or assistance to lawfully effect changes to employees' terms and conditions of employment, please contact your nearest SEESA office. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors #Podcast #Listen #ExpertLegalAdvice #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #SouthAfrica #UnilateralChanges #Employer #Employee #EmploymentConditions #ContactUs #Nationwide
2022-02-16
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 107: Unsure About The Future Of Employment Equity And What Possible New Regulations To Look Out For?
SEESA Senior Skills Development Facilitators Hein Pretorius and Natasha Seris, review and analyse the 2021 Employment Equity roadshow hosted by the Department of Labour. They highlight possible new regulations for all companies to note and discuss the advantages of being a SEESA Skills Client. Contact your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business with any Skills Training questions you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website for an SDF to contact you. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #SkillsDevelopment #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #Podcast #DepartmentOfLabour #EmploymentEquity #Roadshow
2022-02-09
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 106: The Principle of Double Jeopardy & whether an employer may recover damages from the accused employee
SEESA Legal Advisors, Ryan King and Johan du Plessis discuss the principle of Double Jeopardy and whether an employer may recover damages from the accused employee. When an employee causes damage to the property of the employer, or the employee's misconduct causes his employer to suffer loss, the employer may implement disciplinary action against the employee but may also recover the costs from the employee for the actual loss incurred. Taking both actions against the employee will not constitute Double Jeopardy provided that the employer complies with section 34 of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. ...
2022-02-02
03 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 105: The Implications Of The Protection Of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 On Unsolicited Direct Marketing
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors Daniel Maboa and Chris Rapetswa provide guidelines on what is expected from businesses who conduct electronic direct marketing to data subjects, as well as the rights of these data subjects as provided for by the Protection of Personal Information Act. Need further information regarding direct marketing or compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act in general? Contact your nearest SEESA office for assistance. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #POPIA #TheEmployersCompany #Contact #SEESA #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #UnsolicitedDirectMarketing #POPIA4Of2013
2022-01-26
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
Episode 104: Introduction To The Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Agriculture Sector Code
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Marco Du Preez and Shane Buys discuss the B-BBEE Agricultural Sector Code. They focus on the differences between the Amended Codes of Good Practice and the Agriculture Sector Code. They also explain the scope of the Agriculture Sector and to which companies the Sector Code applies. Should you require more information or are unsure which sector you fall in with regards to BEE, please consult your SEESA Legal Advisor or contact your nearest SEESA office. Let us assist your business with the steps to get you to your desired level. #SEESA...
2022-01-19
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
103: Chapter 2 Of The Employment Equity Act
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Bronwin Pitt and Charleen Munsamy discuss the Chapter 2 Policies within Employment Equity Act. Together they advise on who is required to comply and provide you with a better understanding as they briefly discuss each policy. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Signup Today! Contact any of our SEESA offices, alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitator #EmploymentEquityAct #Section2Policies #Employers #TheEmployersCompany #MonthlyRetainerFee #ContactUsToday
2021-12-07
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
102: What Is A Specialised Scorecard And Which Entities Does It Apply To?
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Saigal Inderpal and Seshni Chetty discuss the type of entities that the Specialised Scorecard applies to as well as the requirements thereof. They also discuss the instances where an affidavit is applicable and how the beneficiaries of an organisation affect the BEE status of the specialised entity. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #SpecialisedInBBBEE #BBBEEPoints #SkillsDevelopmentElement #SpecialisedScorecard #Entities #Apply #Business #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainerFee
2021-11-30
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
101. What Is Progressive Discipline In The Workplace And How Is It Applied?
Progressive discipline is a method used by employers to address an employee’s behaviour in the workplace and to correct such behaviour by implementing a step by step disciplinary approach. SEESA Labour Legal advisors Franzet Bothma and Felicia Smit discuss progressive discipline in the workplace, its purpose, and how it is applied. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with any labour related queries you might have. Alternatively, please leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za for a legal advisor to contact you. #SEESALabour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #So...
2021-11-23
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
100. When Is A Business Designated For Employment Equity?
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Chantel Roux and Adrian Alexander provide clarity on when a business is deemed designated for Employment Equity. They also advise on how to deactivate and reactivate on the Employment Equity public register. Interested in having your own SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business? Sign Up Today! Contact any of our SEESA offices, alternatively, leave your contact details on our website at www.seesa.co.za #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #EmploymentEquity #EmploymentEquityRegister #Deactivate #Reactivate #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #Podcast
2021-11-16
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
99. The Motor Industry Ombudsman Of South Africa (MIOSA) Complaints Process.
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors, Sandrisha Govender and Meggan Watson discuss the Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (MIOSA) Complaints Process set out in the South African Automotive Industry Code of Conduct. They focus on why it is important for a supplier to know when a consumer can lodge a complaint, what will happen after the complaint has been lodged, and the consequences for a supplier who ignores such a complaint. Should you require additional information regarding the Consumer Protection Act, please contact your nearest SEESA office. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website...
2021-11-09
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
98. How Can Your Company Enhance Its BEE Status Under The Construction Sector Code
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors, Edmund Drake and Leze Jonker discuss which entities qualify to enhance their BEE status under the Construction Sector Codes, specifically referring to EME and QSE entities. They also discuss how to enhance your status through Skills Development as well as Supplier Development and how SEESA can assist in obtaining the required points under these elements. Contact your SEESA BEE Legal Advisor to assist your business with the Construction Sector Codes. Alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #LegalAdvisors #ConstructionSectorCode...
2021-10-26
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
97. When Do I Charge An Employee With Insolence Or Insubordination?
In this podcast, SEESA Legal Advisors, Dieter Heydenrych and Yolande Iversen discuss the differences between insolence and insubordination and the requirements to charge employees with the proper class of offence. Insolence can be seen as the disrespectful attitude of an employee towards any superior, whereas insubordination requires the employee to have refused a lawful and reasonable instruction. Should the insubordination be willful and consistent, then the offence might even warrant dismissal on the first offence. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with labour-related queries. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a...
2021-10-19
03 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
96. Difference Between A Compliant And Non-Compliant B-BBEE Certificate.
In this episode, SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Cordieu Hamman and Shane Meyer discuss the differences between a Compliant and Non-Compliant B-BBEE Certificate. They also focus on the importance of a business to ensure that its B-BBEE Certificate complies with its customer and industry requirements. Contact your SEESA BEE Legal Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have. Alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #ExpertLegalAdvice #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #BusinessOwner #TheEmployersCompany #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #LegalAdvisors #Compliant #Non-Compliant #BBBEECertificate #ContactUsToday
2021-10-12
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
95. Pregnancy And Accommodating Employees Before And After The Birth Of A Child
An employer is often confronted with situations surrounding pregnant employees or employees who have recently given birth. In today's podcast, SEESA Legal Advisors, Annemien Geustyn and Stefan Tickner discuss the Legislation and Regulations that govern this situation. They also clarify the employer's rights and obligations when it comes to employees who are pregnant or who have recently given birth. Contact your nearest SEESA office to assist your business with labour-related queries. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESALabour #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport...
2021-10-05
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
94. Employment Equity Audits: Barriers and Affirmative Action Measures In The Company
In this podcast, Skills Development Facilitators, Ruan Koortzen and Jacques Rossouw discuss the focus points regarding the progress and elimination of Employment Equity Barriers through the implementation of affirmative action measures regarding Employment Equity Audits conducted by the Department of Labour. Should you require additional information, please contact your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator, alternatively, leave your contact details on our website. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitator #EmploymentEquityBarriers #EmploymentEquityAudits #DepartmentOfLabour #BusinessOwners #Employers #MonthlyRetainerFee #TheEmployersCompany #ContactUsToday
2021-09-28
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
93. Should My Company Have A Data Processing Agreement With Third Parties?
SEESA CP & POPI Legal Advisors, Frederik du Plessis and Melinda van der Merwe discuss the importance to draft a Data Processing Agreement in line with Condition 7, Section 20 of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The Responsible Party must ensure that they enter into an agreement when an operator processes personal information on behalf of the responsible party. Should you require further assistance or consumer-related advice, please contact your nearest SEESA office for professional legal support. Alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for a legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #POPI #TheEmployer'sCompany #BusinessOwners #SouthAfrica #SignUpToday #CPA...
2021-09-21
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
92. How Your Allocated SDF Can Alleviate Your Stress In The Workplace.
In this episode, SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Tashlynn Budhoo and Marc Rorich discuss how your SDF can assist your business in terms of being compliant with the various measures required for both Skills Development and Employment Equity reporting. They discuss the deadlines for information to be submitted to your SDF and how SEESA systems can assist your business with sharing this information with your SDF. Contact your SEESA Skills Development Facilitator to assist your business Skills Development and Employment Equity reporting. Alternatively, leave your contact details on our website for an SDF to contact you. ...
2021-09-14
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
91. The Right To Fair, Just And Reasonable Terms And Conditions
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors, Meggan Watson and Sandrisha Govender discuss the right to fair, just and reasonable terms and conditions from the Consumer Protection Act. They focus on what constitutes unfair terms in consumer contracts, the responsibilities of the supplier with regard to these contracts and the remedies a consumer may have against a supplier in terms of the Act. Should you require further assistance or consumer-related advice, please contact your nearest SEESA office for professional legal support, alternatively, SMS the word "SEESA" to 45776 for a legal advisor to contact you.
2021-09-07
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
90. ICT Sector Council Fees And The Impact It Has On The ESD Element
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors Solita Narayan and Seshni Chetty discuss the relationship between Information Communications Technology (ICT) Sector Council Fees and the Enterprise and Supplier Development elements (ESD). They also advise on the consequences of not paying these fees. Contact your SEESA BEE Advisor to assist your business with any BEE related queries you might have. Alternatively, SMS "SEESA" to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #ContactUsToday #BBBEE #InformationCommunicationsTechnology #ICTSectorCouncilFees #ESD #EnterpriseAndSupplierDevelopmentElements #Advise #Fees
2021-08-24
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
89. When Would An Employer Follow Poor Work Performance Rather Than Misconduct?
SEESA Labour Legal Advisor’s Shashika Ramjugath and Ronallda Pillay provide a guideline to assist employers in differentiating when to follow poor work performance or misconduct procedures. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors #SpecialisedInLabourLaw #MonthlyRetainerFee #ContactUsToday #AssistYourBusiness #PoorWorkPerformance #Misconduct #SouthAfrica
2021-08-17
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
88. Practical Compliance To Consent Requirements In Section 11 Of The POPI Act
It is no secret that businesses were given until the 1st of July 2021 to ensure they become compliant with the POPI Act. Although the highly anticipated deadline date has passed, questions and uncertainty regarding what exactly is expected in terms of the condition around consent remain at the order of the day. In this podcast, SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors, Elsje-Marie van Zyl and Martin Engelbrecht shed some light on the most frequently asked questions concerning consent in terms of the POPI Act. Need assistance with the POPI Act? Contact your nearest SEESA office for...
2021-08-10
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
87. POPI In The Workplace - Can A Business Be 100% POPI Compliant?
SEESA Provincial Manager, Laurisé du Toit and Multi-Product Legal Advisor, Zan-Mari Kok discuss the different practical elements that need to be in place in a business with regards to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). They furthermore discuss what it means to have a POPI data breach and the implications thereof. Need assistance with the POPI Act? Contact your nearest SEESA office for assistance, alternatively “SMS” the word “SEESA” to 45776 for an expert legal advisor to contact you.
2021-08-03
08 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
86. OHS Directives - Vaccinations In The Workplace. Can An Employee Be Forced?
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Azel Ferreira and Daniel Brandsen discuss the importance of the new OHS directives as published on the 11th of June 2021. They focus on the implementation of vaccinations in the workplace and whether or not vaccinations can be made mandatory. Need further information regarding vaccinations in your business? Contact your SEESA Legal Advisor, alternatively leave your contact details on our website for a SEESA representative to contact you. #SEESA #Labour #LabourLaw #LegalAdvisors #ContactUsToday #AssistYourBusiness #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #Vaccinations #Workplace #Mandatory #OHSDirectives
2021-07-27
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
85. When Do I Grant Sick Leave For COVID-19 Related Absence?
Being in the midst of the third COVID-19 wave, absences in the workplace are rising again. In this podcast, SEESA Labour legal advisors Martin Engelbrecht and Diandra Cowie provide direction on sick leave payment in relation to COVID-19 absences. They also advise what documentation an employee should provide to the employer when he or she tests positive for COVID-19. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisor #SouthAfrica #BusinessOwner #LabourLaw #SickLeave #Absences #COVID19 #TheEmployersCompany Please contact your nearest SEESA office should you have further questions with regards to absences and COVID-19.
2021-07-22
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
84. Employment Equity Committee Discussion Points As Per the Employment Equity Plan
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators Chevonne Kloppers & Jean-Pierre De La Guerre discuss some Employment Equity Committee meeting parameters. Their discussion includes the meeting size, frequency, and important discussion points outlined in each EEA13 (Employment Equity Plan) per company. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitator #EmploymentEquityCommittee #Meetings #EmploymentEquityPlan #EEA13 #BusinessOwners #Employers #MonthlyRetainerFee #TheEmployersCompany #ContactUsToday
2021-07-13
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
83. Understanding The Guidance Note On Information Officers And Deputy Information Officers
SEESA Consumer and POPI legal advisors Frank Maritz and Altus de Wet discuss the liability of action to be taken against an Information Officer if convicted of an offence. They look into the designation of the Deputy Information Officers and briefly discuss the delegation of duties from the Information Officer to the Deputy Information Officers. They also discuss the registration of Deputy Information Officers in your business and the updating of their information. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #POPI #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #LegalAdvisors #ProfessionalLegalSupport #BusinessOwner #InformationOfficer #DeputyInformationOfficer #GuidanceNote #ContactUsToday
2021-07-06
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
82. Prerequisites For Claiming B-BBEE Points On The Skills Development Element
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors, Dominique van Deventer and JP Potgieter discuss how to spend “smarter” on the Skills Development element. They advise as to what prerequisites must be met by your business before any points can be allocated and discuss the most efficient way of maximising your points under this element. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #SpecialisedInBBBEE #BBBEEPoints #SkillsDevelopmentElement #MaximumPoints #Prerequisites #Business #SouthAfrica #MonthlyRetainerFee
2021-06-29
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
81. Who Can Be Regarded As An Independent Contractor?
SEESA Labour Legal Advisors, Frikkie van Tonder and Johan Bekker discuss the topic of who an independent contractor actually is. They provide clarity for employers when determining whether a person is an independent contractor or an employee in terms of the Labour Legislation. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvise #LabourQueries #IndependentContractor #Employees #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #ContactUsToday #Nationwide
2021-06-22
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
80. Registering Your Information Officer And Deputy Information Officer With The Regulator.
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors, Remolla Naidoo and Ashlin Naidoo discuss the different ways in which businesses can go about registering their Information Officers and Deputy Information Officer with the Regulator. They also discuss what information businesses are required to furnish to the Regulator when making their application. The deadline for all existing businesses is before the 1st of July 2021. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #POPI #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #LegalAdvisor #Registration#InformationOfficer #DeputyInformationOfficer #InformationRegulator #POPIAct #Business #Compliant #Responsibilitis #POPIActCommences #Podcast #1July2021 #YourRunningABusiness #LeaveTheRestToUs #ContactUsToday
2021-06-16
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
79. The Importance Of Having Regular Employment Equity Committee Meetings
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Monray Fivaz and Kayla Fourie discuss the importance of having regular Employment Equity Committee meetings based on the legal requirements and the benefits to your business. They elaborate on what should be discussed after the initial Employment Equity Committee meeting and why it should be done. #SEESA #SkillsTraining #SkillsDevelopmentFacilitators #EmploymentEquityCommittee #Meetings #Benefits #Compliant #BusinessOwner #SouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #Podcast
2021-06-08
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
78. Joint Ventures And The Impact Thereof on B-BBEE
SEESA B-BBEE Legal Advisors, Tinita Gerber and Leze Jonker discuss Joint Ventures (JV's) as a safe and viable option for companies caught in the situation where they have considered all other options to be B-BBEE compliant or for those difficult tenders which specifically requires a Joint Venture for the project. They explain the requirements of creating such a Joint Venture and the benefits thereof. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisor #MonthlyRetainer #ProfessionalLegalSupport #SouthAfrica #BusinessOwner #JointVentures #BBBEECompliant #Tenders #Project #Requirements #Podcast #SEESABlog #blog.seesa.co.za
2021-06-01
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
76. The PAIA manual in context with the POPI Act
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI Legal Advisors, Beyers De Wet van der Watt & Frikkie Du Plessis discuss how the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) interrelate. They discuss the Businesses' need to compile a PAIA manual and how this manual relates to the POPIA. #SEESA #ConsumerProtection #ProtectionOfPersonalInformation #LegalAdvisors #ProfessionalLegalSupport #ContactSEESA #PAIA #PromotionOfAccessToInformationAct #PAIAManual #InformationOfficer
2021-05-18
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
75. Amendments within the Construction Sector Codes effective from 1 December2021
SEESA BEE Legal Advisors, Phillip van der Merwe and Johan Oosthuizen discuss the amendments within the Construction Sector Codes effective from 1 December 2021. This is in line with the amendments that came into effect on the Skills Development element on 01 December 2020. They also focus on the aspects in terms of the Socio-Economic Development which differ from the Codes of Good Practice. #SEESA #BEE #LegalAdvisors #SouthAfrica #Employers #BusinessOwners #SmallEnterpriseEmployersOfSouthAfrica #TheEmployersCompany #BusinessSolutions #LegalServices #Amendments #ConstructionSectorCodes #SocioEconomicDevelopment #CodesOfGoodPractice
2021-05-11
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
74. Can an employee resign with immediate effect to avoid disciplinary action?
SEESA Labour Law experts, Siseko Nosenga and Werner van Vuren, provides guidelines on the age-old debate of whether employees have the right to resign with immediate effect. They elaborate on why employers may refuse immediate resignations pending disciplinary action and whether employees may be compelled to work their contractual notice period. #SEESA #Labour #LegalAdvisors #ImmediateResignation #DisciplinaryAction #Employees #Employers #SEESALabour #TheEmployersCompany #ProfessionalLegalAdvice #SouthAfrica
2021-05-04
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
57. The benefits of ProFile for SEESA clients and Skills Training
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Micheal Scullard and Rulanda Potgieter discuss the benefits of ProFile. They explain how ProFile works from a Skills Training perspective and how this system will assist Skills and Skills Training clients with upcoming submissions.
2020-12-14
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
49. The importance and benefits of implementing training in an organisation
Skills Development Facilitators, Serisha Moodley and Janet Burger Combrinck discuss the importance of implementing training in an organisation and the benefits thereof to employees and the organisation as a whole. They introduce ProFile, an online employee management system where members can access the SEESA courses available. They also advise on the new COVID-19 related training made available through SEESA Skills Training.
2020-10-20
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
45. The supplier's obligation to the consumer in terms of good quality goods and services
SEESA Consumer Protection & POPI legal advisors, Carmen Ronne and Ashlin Naidoo discuss the consumer's rights to safe, good quality goods and the impact thereof for suppliers when dealing with the implied warranty in terms of Section 55. Further to this, they also discuss the impact of returns in terms of Section 20.
2020-09-22
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
44. What impact does Socio-Economic Development have on B-BBEE?
SEESA BEE Legal advisors, Saigal Inderpal and Seshni Chetty discuss the Socio-Economic Development element and how it affects your B-BBEE scorecard. They also explain the different rules that apply within the different sectors.
2020-09-15
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
43. A trade union's constitution and their scope of operation
SEESA Labour Law experts, Ryan King and Johan du Plessis discuss the recent constitutional court's ruling on whether or not a trade union can ignore their defined scope of eligibility of their members set out in its own constitution and demand organisational rights from employers whose industries falls outside of the union's constitution.
2020-09-08
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
42. How to compile your EE Committee to comply with the Department of Labour
SEESA Skills Training Facilitators, Taryn Leask and Damien Doravaloo discuss the common misconceptions regarding the criteria for your Employment Equity Committee, and how to ensure that this process can be managed easily for your business to comply with the Department of Labour. They also touch on the requirements one should discuss during these committee meetings and the number of meetings that need to take place during that reporting year.
2020-09-01
03 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
41. How to implement planned training after your ATR/WSP submission?
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a great deal of confusion and uncertainty in many workplaces across South Africa. Businesses are struggling to implement training due to lockdown and are uncertain what the implications will be on their annual Workplace Skills Plan submission. In this podcast, Skills Development Facilitators, Natasha Seris and Iain Peterkin discuss the many solutions employers have at their disposal and the way SEESA has implemented interactive online learning to provide viable solutions to clients.
2020-08-25
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
40. Cancellations during COVID-19: What does the CPA say?
Due to the uncertainty around COVID-19, businesses and consumers have been put under a lot of pressure, especially when it comes to the postponement or cancellation of bookings. In today's episode, SEESA CP & POPI legal advisors, Melindi Dean and Melinda van der Merwe discuss unplanned cancellations with regard to Section 17 of the Consumer Protection Act.
2020-08-18
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
38. The Union's right to access the workplace during lockdown
The COVID-19 lockdown has brought about much uncertainty in the workplace. SEESA Labour law experts, Kerry-Ann ten Hoorn Boer and Carla Meiring guide employers on how to manage the Union's right to access the workplace, in terms of Section 12 of the Labour Relations Act, to represent their members during this time.
2020-08-04
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
36. Plain Language - The Consumer Protection Act's Perspective
SEESA CP & POPI Legal Advisors, Louwrens Bakker and Nelly Nyembe, discuss Section 22 of the Consumer Protection Act which requires information to be in plain, understandable language.
2020-07-21
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
35. Transport - The scope and requirements for a BEE certificate
In today's episode, SEESA BEE Legal Advisors, Bernard Immink and Katleho Mini discuss the Transport Sector Codes, focusing on the sub-sector Road Freight and how to comply with the BEE requirements.
2020-07-14
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
34. Retrenchment During and After the COVID-19 Lockdown
The COVID-19 pandemic and national lockdown have resulted in many companies facing financial loss not being able to operate their business and generating an income as usual. With this in mind, employers may have no alternative but to consider reducing their staff count. SEESA Legal Advisors, Werner van Vuren and Frans Kriek explain the procedures that employers should follow when reducing staff during or after lockdown to ensure that the retrenchments are procedurally and substantively fair.
2020-07-07
06 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
32. What are the benefits when making use of an external SDF?
In this episode, SEESA Skills Training experts, Jacque-Louis Jordaan and Alicia Fourie discuss the responsibilities of an external Skills Development Facilitator and the benefits it entails.
2020-06-23
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
30. The importance of the Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report in the workplace.
In this episode, SEESA Skills Development Facilitator, Melissa Pirrie and Natasha Seris, discuss the advantages of complying with the Skills Development Act and how businesses can benefit from the process.
2020-06-08
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
29. Consumer rights in terms of online transactions
In today's podcast, SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI law experts, Melindi Dean and Damian Bothma explain what rights are afforded to consumers when transacting online in terms of the Consumer Protection Act and the Electronic Communications and Transaction Act.
2020-06-02
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
28. Enterprise Development and Supplier Development
SEESA BEE Senior Advisor, Berdine Botha and Incuvest Manager, Geralene van Wyk discuss the differences between Enterprise Development and Supplier Development and the impact thereof on a client’s scorecard. They focus on the targets and points pertaining to the Amended Codes of Good Practice and the solutions we offer to existing clients in the form of Incuvest.
2020-03-24
05 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
26. How to successfully submit your Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report
SEESA Skills Development Facilitators, Luzanne van der Merwe and Natasha Opperman guides you through the important requirements to submit a successful Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report before 30 April 2020.
2020-03-10
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
25. Purpose specification requirements in terms of the POPIA section 13
SEESA Consumer Protection and POPI experts, Damian Bothma and Louwrens Bakker explain Section 13 of the Protection of Personal Information Act which relates to the collection of personal information and the purpose specification requirements.
2020-03-03
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
21. POPI Act requirements: Security Measures and Data Breaches
SEESA Consumer and POPI legal advisors, Damian Bothma and Ruan Pretorius explain what obligations the Protection of Personal Information Act imposes on a business should a data security compromise occur, when a notice must be sent to a data subject and what such notice must contain.
2020-02-04
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
20. Criteria for automatic BEE levels under the Construction Sector.
SEESA BEE legal advisors, Wynand Human and Phillip van der Merwe discuss the common misconceptions between the Construction Sector Codes and the Amended Codes of Good Practice. They focus on the differences between the two codes pertaining to the thresholds for affidavits, the different levels of said affidavits and when certificates will be applicable. They also explain how to enhance your automatic BEE level through Ownership, Skills Development or Supplier Development.
2020-01-28
07 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
19. What is the correct procedure during poor work performance?
SEESA Labour law experts, Johan du Plessis and Innocentia Skosana explain the correct procedure to follow when your employees are not performing as they should.
2020-01-21
04 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
17. A general overview of the POPI Act.
SEESA Legal Advisors, Louwrens Bakker and Damian Bothma discuss the Protection Of Personal Information Act in broad terms.
2019-12-03
03 min
SEESA - Mind Your Business
15. What is the correct procedure during a strike?
Following the correct procedure during a strike is very important. SEESA Legal Advisors, Andries Brummer and Bruce Rokho, explain the procedure to follow during a strike.
2019-11-19
11 min