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Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What is an agency shop agreement?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

In agency shop agreements, the union subscriptions may be deducted on behalf of the majority trade union from the wages of non-members of the majority union without authorisation.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What information should a letter of appointment include?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

The letter of appointment should include the date on which the applicant will start work, the salary and fringe benefits, leave and conditions of service and termination.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

Why are workplace forums formed?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

Workplace forums are organisations that represent employees in the work place. These forums aim to reduce unilateral decision making by employers in matters affecting employees.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What is the function of the Labour Appeal Court?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

The Labour Appeal Court is the final court of appeal for all judgements and orders made by the Labour Court.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What is a closed shop agreement?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

In closed shop agreements, all members covered by the agreement must be members of a trade union.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What is a collective agreement?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

A collective agreement is a written agreement containing the terms and conditions of employment negotiated by the parties (the employer and trade unions) on behalf of the employees.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

Explain the function of the CCMA.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

CCMA stands for Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration. The CCMA is independent. It deals with disputes when an agreement cannot be reached between an employer and the trade union.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What is the NQF?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

NQF stands for National Qualifications Framework. NQF is a framework for the provision of lifelong learning opportunities in accordance with nationally agreed qualification levels.

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

What is a trade union?

Grade 12 Business Studies, Business operation

A trade union is a voluntary organisation established by employees with the purpose of protecting and improving their collective interests. Trade unions represent the interests of their members.

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