Regardless of what industry you’re in, there’s no denying that the work environment is very different now to what it was two years ago.
New health and safety policies have been introduced to workplaces, many employees now spend the majority of their week working from home and unfortunately, many people had to be let go from their jobs, or take a pay cut.
In addition to this, employers have also been faced with a number of other tough quandaries such as whether to implement a vaccination mandate, the disciplinary process around violations of their new Covid-19 safety protocols, and how to approach possible lay-offs and new hires in the future.
Of course, this is no simple feat for business owners who want to ensure they are compliant with the regulations and employment laws of the country.
While one should always consult with a competent legal advisor to avoid potential legal issues down the line, it’s important to be aware of a few crucial basics when reviewing employee policies.
With that in mind, here are two of the most important issues regarding employment law that business owners should be aware of within the current climate:
Vaccine mandates
Many people disagree with Covid-19 vaccinations or cannot vaccinate for health or belief reasons. Enforcing a vaccine mandate is also a highly emotive matter for employers and employees alike and impacts many of the country’s legislation including the Labour Relations Act and the Constitution.
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