Introduction to Labour Relations in South Africa 12th Ed
The objective of this textbook is to understand the environmental context of labour relations while attempting to promote sound labour relations between the parties.
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Product description
The objective of this textbook is to understand the environmental context of labour relations while attempting to promote sound labour relations between the parties.
The field of labour relations in South Africa is a dynamic one, influenced by politics, ideology, societal factors and legislation. In this book the dynamic and diverse relationship between employees, employers and the state is examined. Labour Relations theory is covered from comparative and local developmental perspectives and the strategic considerations of the various parties are described before the legal framework and conflict resolution structures and processes are discussed.
Table of contents
Chapter 1 - Labour relations theory and perspectives
Chapter 2 - The history of labour relations in South Africa
Chapter 3 - Environmental influences on labour relations
Chapter 4 - Trade unions: goals, strategies and organisation
Chapter 5 - Management strategy and employer organisations
Chapter 6 - The role of the state, government strategies and the state as employer
Chapter 7 - South African labour law
Chapter 8 - Collective bargaining forums
Chapter 9 - Employee participation
Chapter 10 - Workplace agreements and procedures
Chapter 11 - The negotiation process
Chapter 12 - Conciliation, arbitration and Labour Court adjudication
Chapter 13 - Strikes and lock-outs
Chapter 14 - Future prospects
Appendix 1 - Summary of the Employment Equity Act
Appendix 2 - Summary of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
Appendix 3 - Summary of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Appendix 4 - Summary of the Code of Good Practice on the handling of sexual harassment cases
