Code of Good Practice on Dismissal

FROM SCHEDULE 8 TO THE NEW CODE: ARE YOUR HEARINGS STILL LEGALLY FIT?

The introduction of the new Code of Good Practice on Dismissals marks a significant shift in South African labour law. The Code moves away from overly formal, “criminal justice”-style disciplinary processes and introduces a more flexible, pragmatic and fairness-based approach to managing workplace discipline, incapacity and operational requirements.

For employers, HR practitioners and line managers, this change requires a rethink of disciplinary policies, procedures and decision-making frameworks. Organisations that fail to adapt risk procedural flaws, inconsistent outcomes, and increased exposure at the CCMA and Labour Court.

This session provides a clear, practical unpacking of the new Code and what it means for your organisation. You will gain insight into how to simplify disciplinary processes while still ensuring fairness, how to apply the updated principles to real workplace scenarios, and how to align your internal policies with the evolving legal standard.

The programme also explores how the Code affects dismissal decision-making, including misconduct, poor performance, incompatibility and operational requirements, and how to balance efficiency with fairness in a modern workplace.

What you will cover

• Overview of the new Code of Good Practice on Dismissals;

• Key differences from previous disciplinary approaches;

• Moving from rigid processes to fairness-based decision-making;

• Managing misconduct, incapacity and operational requirements under the new Code;

• Simplifying disciplinary procedures without increasing risk;

• Practical implications for HR policies and internal procedures;

• Reducing CCMA and Labour Court exposure through correct application.

Who should attend

HR Professionals, ER Practitioners, Line Managers, Legal Advisors, Business Owners and anyone responsible for disciplinary decision-making and dismissal processes.

Event Details

Date: 7 May 2026 | 09:00 - 11:00

Format: Virtual

Price: R950.00 excl. VAT

Contact: info@globalbusiness.co.za for more info.

Presented by Global Business Solutions (GBS)—Your Partner in Strategic HR Compliance

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