Employers

Duties during recruitment

1. Respect employment age limit
2. Ensure written contract is provided
3. Ensure that the right type of contract is provided for the type of work being performed (fixed term normally goes with work of fixed nature)
4. Ensure that the contracts contain specifications legally prescribed
5. Ensure the employee gets a copy of the contract
6. Ensure the employee is aware there is probation if necessary.
   
   

During Employment

1. Ensure payment of wages in accordance with the law
2. Provide pay slips and keep record of payment
3. Ensure all employment conditions of the worker are being respected. i.e leave, overtime, PH, rest periods etc..
4. Ensure any variations in the terms and conditions of the contract are done with the consent of the employee.
5. Ensure disciplinary/grievance procedure is in place
6. Ensure that any commission of offences is investigated before any action is taken and ensure the employee has a chance to provide an explanation
   
   

After employment/termination of contracts

1. Ensure proper procedure is followed in terms of terminating a contract of employment. In case of redundancy approval has to be sought from employment department.
2. Ensure all legal benefits are paid to the worker where applicable
3. Ensure the employee is given a certificate of employment as stipulated by law