FAQ

Dec 10

HANDLING FIXED-TERM CONTRACTS THAT EXTEND BEYOND THEIR END DATE

Q: The fixed-term contract ended, but the employee is still working. How should I as an employer deal with it? If a fixed-term contract...

DO YOU NEED TO REPORT ANY OPERATIONAL CHANGES TO THE NATIONAL BARGAINING COUNCIL FOR HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, AND SKINCARE INDUSTRY?

EOHCB National

Nov 27

DO YOU NEED TO REPORT ANY OPERATIONAL CHANGES TO THE NATIONAL BARGAINING COUNCIL FOR HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, AND SKINCARE INDUSTRY?

Employers operating within the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty, and Skincare Industry have a legal obligation to keep the National...

HARASSMENT IN THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY & BEAUTY INDUSTRY

EOHCB National

Nov 12

HARASSMENT IN THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY & BEAUTY INDUSTRY

In the beauty and cosmetology industry, harassment is a critical topic due to the personal and physical nature of the work. Here are some...

EOHCB National

Oct 28

UNDERPAYMENT OF WAGES - WHAT TO DO?

What do I do if during an inspection it was discovered by the Department of Labour or the Bargaining Council Agent that there is an...

CAN AN EMPLOYER IN THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY, AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY SEND AN EMPLOYEE HOME FOR LATE COMING WITHOUT PAY?

EOHCB National

Sep 24

CAN AN EMPLOYER IN THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY, AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY SEND AN EMPLOYEE HOME FOR LATE COMING WITHOUT PAY?

In the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, and Beauty industry in South Africa, managing attendance and punctuality must be done in accordance...

MUTUAL SEPARATION AGREEMENTS & THE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE FUND (UIF)

EOHCB National

Sep 9

MUTUAL SEPARATION AGREEMENTS & THE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE FUND (UIF)

What do you reflect on the employee’s UI-19 if they signed a mutual separation agreement? A mutual separation agreement envisages the...

LEARNER SICK LEAVE ENTITLEMENT IN THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY & BEAUTY INDUSTRY

EOHCB National

Aug 26

LEARNER SICK LEAVE ENTITLEMENT IN THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY & BEAUTY INDUSTRY

In South Africa, learners who are also employees, particularly in industries like hairdressing and beauty, have the right to sick leave...

HOW THE QUANTUM FOODS DECISION EFFECTS SOUTH AFRICA'S NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE ACT AND THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, AND SKINCARE INDUSTRY'S PRESCRIBED WAGES

EOHCB National

Aug 13

HOW THE QUANTUM FOODS DECISION EFFECTS SOUTH AFRICA'S NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE ACT AND THE HAIRDRESSING, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, AND SKINCARE INDUSTRY'S PRESCRIBED WAGES

SOURCE Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd v Commissioner H Jacobs N.O. and Others (JA85/2022) [2023] ZALAC 27; [2024] 1 BLLR 32 (LAC); (2024) 45 ILJ...

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES WITH TAX REGULATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

EOHCB National

Jul 8

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES WITH TAX REGULATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Tax compliance is a crucial aspect of the employer-employee relationship, ensuring that both parties fulfil their legal obligations and...

WHAT ARE THE REPERCUSSIONS OF NON-COMPLIANCE OF STATUTORY DEDUCTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA?

EOHCB National

Jun 25

WHAT ARE THE REPERCUSSIONS OF NON-COMPLIANCE OF STATUTORY DEDUCTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA?

In South Africa, employers are legally required to make statutory deductions from their employees’ salaries. These deductions include...

EOHCB National

Jun 14

PUBLIC HOLIDAY PAY JUNE 2024

WHAT SHOULD I PAY MY EMPLOYEE FOR THE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC HOLIDAY ON MONDAY, 17 JUNE 2024? South Africa has 12 public holidays as...

SHORT TIME IN TERMS OF SOUTH AFRICAN LABOUR LEGISLATION

EOHCB National

Jun 10

SHORT TIME IN TERMS OF SOUTH AFRICAN LABOUR LEGISLATION

What is short time? Short time is a temporary reduction in the number of hours or days employees are required to work due to operational...

HOW HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY SALONS BALANCE CLIENT WORK WITH INTERNAL LEARNING TO STAY UPDATED WITH NEW TRENDS AND TECHNIQUES

EOHCB National

May 28

HOW HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY SALONS BALANCE CLIENT WORK WITH INTERNAL LEARNING TO STAY UPDATED WITH NEW TRENDS AND TECHNIQUES

In our dynamic industry, continuous learning is essential to stay current with new styles and technologies. Balancing client appointments...

EOHCB National

Apr 24

FINANCIAL FUNDAMENTALS

What do I do if I don’t agree with the contents of my Council return or if I don’t receive my return? Rule number one: Be proactive! If...

MUST AN EMPLOYER REPORT AN INJURY ON DUTY TO THE COUNCIL (HCSBC)?

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Apr 2

MUST AN EMPLOYER REPORT AN INJURY ON DUTY TO THE COUNCIL (HCSBC)?

Employer's Duty to Report Workplace Injuries to Council and COIDA Expectations In the realm of workplace safety and compensation, the...

EOHCB National

Mar 18

NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE

How much should an employer pay their employees? The National Minimum Wage (NMW) has undergone an increase as of March 1, 2024, by 8.5%,...