Labour Law & Disciplinary Hearing Workshop

Master South African Labour Law | Chair Flawless Disciplinary Hearings | Win at the CCMA

16 -17 July 2026
Virtual Training (Teams) 08:30 – 16:30
Limited to 25 delegates

Price: R7,495 Inclusive VAT

Training facilitated by CCMA Commissioners

Practical Training for Managers & HR Professionals in South Africa

Managing employees is one of the most difficult responsibilities in any organisation. When misconduct or poor performance occurs, managers are expected to act quickly, fairly, and in compliance with labour legislation.

Unfortunately, many disciplinary cases fail because procedures are handled incorrectly. Employers often lose disputes at the CCMA not because the decision was wrong, but because the process was flawed.

The Labour Law & Disciplinary hearing Workshop is designed to help organisations avoid these costly mistakes. This practical programme equips managers and HR professionals with the knowledge and confidence to manage workplace discipline properly, conduct fair hearings, and apply South African labour law correctly.

Rather than focusing only on theory, the workshop emphasises real workplace situations, practical exercises, and tools that can immediately be used in the organisation.

Why This Training Matters

Workplace discipline is not simply an HR function. Every manager who supervises employees carries the responsibility of applying disciplinary procedures fairly and consistently.

Without the right knowledge, organisations often experience:

Inconsistent disciplinary decisions
Incorrect procedures during hearings
Weak documentation and evidence
Unnecessary disputes and CCMA referrals
Loss of time, money, and organisational credibility

Training managers to handle these processes correctly reduces these risks significantly and creates a more structured and professional working environment.

What Participants Will Gain

By the end of the programme, participants will have a clear understanding of how disciplinary processes should be handled within the framework of South African labour legislation.

Participants will be able to:

Apply the Labour Relations Act in disciplinary matters
Distinguish between misconduct, incapacity, and performance issues
Draft clear and legally sound disciplinary charges
Conduct disciplinary hearings confidently and fairly
Evaluate evidence and determine appropriate sanctions
Prepare documentation for CCMA proceedings if required

Most importantly, delegates will leave the workshop with the confidence to deal with workplace discipline in a way that is both fair and legally compliant.

Course Overview

Labour Law & Disciplinary Excellence Workshop

Duration
2-day practical workshop

Delivery method

Live virtual Public workshops

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for professionals responsible for managing people and workplace discipline, including:

HR practitioners
Managers and supervisors
Team leaders
Employee relations specialists
Business owners

Programme Content

The workshop is structured to take participants through the entire disciplinary process, from understanding the law to handling real cases.

Understanding the Foundations of Labour Law

The programme begins with a clear explanation of the labour law framework in South Africa and how it applies in day-to-day management decisions. Participants explore the principles of fairness, employer obligations, and employee rights.

Managing Misconduct in the Workplace

Participants learn how to respond when workplace rules are broken. The training covers progressive discipline, investigation procedures, and how to ensure disciplinary actions are consistent and justified.

Drafting Disciplinary Charges

One of the most common reasons employers lose disputes is poorly written charges. This section teaches participants how to structure disciplinary charges clearly and link them to organisational policies and evidence.

Conducting a Disciplinary Hearing

Participants are guided step-by-step through the disciplinary hearing process, including the responsibilities of the chairperson, the role of the initiator, and the rights of employees. A practical simulation allows participants to experience how hearings work in real situations.

Managing Poor Performance and Incapacity

Not every workplace issue is misconduct. This part of the programme explains how to manage incapacity and performance problems legally and fairly, including the use of performance improvement plans.

Preparing for the CCMA

The programme concludes by explaining what happens when disputes escalate to the CCMA. Participants gain insight into conciliation, arbitration, and how employers should prepare evidence and documentation.

Practical Tools Included

To support implementation in the workplace, participants receive a comprehensive disciplinary toolkit that includes templates and guides commonly used in professional HR environments.

These include:

Disciplinary notices
Charge sheet examples
Warning templates
Performance improvement plans
Preparation guides for dispute processes.

These tools enable participants to apply what they have learned immediately after the training.

Benefits for Organisations

Organisations that invest in training their managers in disciplinary processes often experience:

Improved compliance with labour legislation
More consistent decision-making
Reduced workplace disputes
Stronger documentation and processes
Increased confidence among managers

In many cases, preventing a single labour dispute can exceed the cost of training.

Flexible Delivery Options

The programme can be delivered in several formats to suit organisational needs.

Corporate in-house sessions allow the training to be aligned with internal policies and real workplace scenarios.
Public workshops are ideal for individuals or small teams who wish to attend scheduled sessions.
Virtual training provides the same interactive experience for organisations with geographically dispersed teams.

Certification

Participants who complete the programme receive a certificate confirming their participation in the Labour Law & Disciplinary Excellence Workshop.

This certification recognises the skills gained in managing workplace discipline and applying labour legislation.

Registration & Enquiries

Micademy Development Institute South Africa

✉: info@mdisa.co.za | 📞:+27 10 541 2466 | 📞 After Hours: +27 71 848 0302
🌐 : www.mdisa.co.za

Seats are limited to 25 delegates.
Early booking is recommended to secure placement.