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The purpose of the act is to achieve equity in the workplace, by. Objective the objective of this code is to provide guidelines of good practice, in terms of the requirements of the employment equity act, 1998 act no 55 of 1998 hereafter referred to as the act, for the preparation and implementation of an employment equity plan hereafter referred to as the plan. Implementing positive measures affirmative action to ensure the equitable representation of black people. There is a perception that the number of women in middle and senior management positions has slightly improved, as appears in the doa organisational chart. Bbbee and labour employment equity in a calabash introduction the employment equity act eea has been put in place in order to address certain imbalances in the workplace due to past discriminatory practices in south africa. Pdf disability discrimination and the right of disabled persons to. The president may determine different dates in respect of different provisions of this act.

Eea 3 summary of the employment equity act 55 of 1998. Employment equity act no 55 of 1998 western cape government. The main purpose of the employment equity act is to achieve equality in the work place by. Summary of the employment equity act, 55 of 1998, issued. The purpose of the employment equity act, no 55 of 1998 is to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment through elimination of unfair discrimination and implementing affirmative action measures to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups, in order to ensure equitable representation in all occupational categories and levels in the workforce. In july 1998, a continuation of this study breakwater monitor. The employment equity act no 55 1998, has had a profound influence on the lives of organizations in south africa. Employment equity act act 55 of 1998, in the agriculture sector has produced mixed results. Employment equity act 55 of 1998, skills development, act 97 of 1998 and skills development levies act 9 of 1999 jutas statutes editors on. Sexual harassment as a form of unfair discrimination. Employment equity act 55 of 1998, skills development, act 97 of 1998 and skills development levies act 9 of 1999.

The directorgeneral dg of the department of labour dol is tasked with this duty. The act on which affirmative action is based, the employment equity act no 55 of 1998 recognises. Ebook or pdf edited book email encyclopedia article govt. Pdf inequality, discrimination and transformation remain the key challenges which. Objective the objective of this code is to provide guidelines on good practice, in terms of the requirements of the employment equity act, 1998 act no. It provides recommendations based on the outcomes of documents. Chapter 1 definitions, purpose, interpretation and application.

The purpose of the employment equity act, no 55 of 1998 is to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment through elimination of unfair discrimination and implementing affirmative action measures to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups, in order to ensure equitable representation in all. Employment equity act no 55 of 1998 the purpose of this act is to achieve equity in the workplace by the promotion of equal opportunity and fair treatment in. Spies legislative proposals to amend employment equity act. Pdf south african companies employing 50 or more employees or. Eea 3 a summary of the employment equity act, 55 of 1998, as amended issued in terms of section 25 1 department of labour. Definitions in this act, unless the context otherwise indicatesbasic conditions of employment act means the basic conditions of employment act, 1997 act no. An employment equity plan that is prepared, established or amended under this act prevails over all relevant collective agreements in the event of any inconsistency. Employment equity act other bibliographies cite this.

Acts online provides legislation, including amendments and regulations, in an intuitive, online format. Bbbee and labouremployment equity in a calabash introduction the employment equity act eea has been put in place in order to address certain imbalances in the workplace due to past discriminatory practices in south africa. Chapter 1 definitions, purpose, interpretation and application 1. The purpose of the employment equity act, no 55 of 1998 is to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment through elimination of unfair discrimination and implementing affirmative action measures to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups, in order to ensure equitable representation in all occupational. Recruitment practices have been revised to meet the requirements of the employment equity act no 55 1998. Apr 18, 2015 employment equity act, no 55 of 1998 2015. Chapter 2 of the bill of rights, as contained in the constitution of south africa, enshrines the rights of all people in south africa and affirms the democratic values of human dignity, equality and freedom. Objective the objective of this code is to provide guidelines of good practice, in terms of the requirements of the employment equity act, 1998 act no 55 of 1998 hereafter referred to as the act, for the preparation and implementation of an employment equity. In south africa, the implementation of employment equity generates a lot of debate among academics in different disciplines, between political parties and the society in general.

Amended by employment equity amendment act 47 of 20 from 1 aug 2014 amended by general intelligence laws amendment act 52 of 2003 from 28 feb 2003. This act contains provisions that promote employment equity, including provisions prohibiting unfair discrimination, regulating affirmative action and establishing a commission for employment equity. Employment equity act 55 of 1998 people with disabilities. Apr 29, 2015 section 42 of the amended employment equity act, no 55 of 1998, eea, as amended by the employment equity amendment act, no 47 of 20, deals with how a designated employer will be assessed in terms of their compliance with employment equity in accordance with the eea. Bcea summary of the act in afrikaans loaded on 20806. With acts you are guaranteed the latest and most up to date resource for your legislative needs. The code is a guide for employers and employees on key aspects of promoting equal. Department of labour national the government of south africa summary. Employment equity in the workplace ccma info sheet. In order to ensure that the implementation of the employment equity act. Section 2 the purpose of the act is to achieve equity in the workplace, by promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment through the eliminatio. Key aspects on the employment of people with disabilities employment equity regulations, 2014 code of good practice on the integration of employment equity into human resource policies and practices.

Employment equity to promote equal opportunities beyond. Notice is hereby given under section 54 2 of the employment equity act no. Unfair discrimination act 4 of 2000, and employment equity act 55 of 1998. I will further reflect on how the employment equity act 55 of 1998. The employment equity act, act 55 of 1998, was established to address unfair discrimination and ensure equality in the work place. Employment equity amendment bill comments due by 20 november 2018 332kb pdf. Employment equity act no 55 of 1998 the purpose of this act is to achieve equity in the workplace by the promotion of equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination. The purpose of the act is to achieve equity in the workplace, by a.

Promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment through the elimination of unfair discrimination. Employment equity act 55 of 1998 1 august 2014 to date this is the current version and applies as from 1 august 2014, i. Employment equity act 55 of 1998 chapter one definitions, purpose, interpretation and application ss 14 1. Summary of the employment equity act, 55 of 1998, issued in terms of section 251 1. Please note that this act has not yet been put into operation. The eea affirms the rights of employees to equity and fairness in the work place. To promote equal opportunities and fair treatment to all in the workplace by eliminating unfair discrimination. The effectiveness of the employment equity act act 55 of. The legislation of employment equity in south africa has not been without.