HR resource centre
Plain-language guides to the laws that govern HR in South Africa, plus ready-to-adapt toolkits and templates — free to download and use in your organisation.
Know the law — 20-point snapshots
Basic Conditions of Employment Act Snapshot
The Basic Conditions of Employment Act in 20 practical points — hours, leave, pay and the minimums every employment contract must meet.
Labour Relations Act Snapshot
The Labour Relations Act in 20 points — dismissals, disputes, unions and what fair process looks like in practice.
Employment Equity Act Snapshot
The Employment Equity Act in 20 points — unfair discrimination, affirmative action and the duties of a designated employer.
Occupational Health and Safety Act Snapshot
The Occupational Health and Safety Act in 20 points — employer duties, safety reps and what to do when there is an incident.
Protection of Personal Information Act Snapshot
The Protection of Personal Information Act in 20 points — what HR may collect, keep and share, and how to do it lawfully.
Skills Development Act Snapshot
The Skills Development Act in 20 points — levies, SETAs, learnerships and claiming back on the training you run.
The CCMA, demystified
CCMA Rules for HR Managers
A quick reference to the CCMA rules — referrals, time frames and what to expect at conciliation and arbitration.
CCMA Vocabulary Summary
The language of the CCMA decoded — the terms you will meet in referrals, hearings and awards.
HR Governing Laws and Top 10 Policies Checklist
Which laws govern HR in South Africa, with a checklist of the top 10 policies every company should have in place.
Toolkits & templates
Disciplinary and Dismissal Document Set
A complete disciplinary and dismissal document set — notices, hearing records and outcome letters, ready to adapt.
Verbal Warning Informational Toolkit
When and how to give a verbal warning, with the supporting documents to record it properly.
Letter of Employment Template
A ready-to-adapt letter of employment setting out the terms and conditions an appointment letter must cover.
These documents are general guidelines, not legal advice — always verify against current legislation and, where it matters, get independent legal advice.
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