Business, Commerce and Management Studies Human Resources

Interpret And Apply Employment Equity Legislation To Industry Charters Training

SAQA US 119943 | NQF 5 | Credits 6 | Duration 3 Days
From $967 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to interpret and apply employment equity legislation within the context of industry charters. It focuses on understanding the Employment Equity Act, sectoral codes, and how to develop and implement equity plans that align with legislative requirements and industry-specific transformation goals.

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse the key provisions of the Employment Equity Act and relevant industry charters.
  • Apply employment equity principles to develop and implement an equity plan.
  • Evaluate the impact of employment equity legislation on organisational policies and practices.
  • Demonstrate the ability to consult with stakeholders on employment equity matters.
  • Design monitoring and reporting mechanisms to track compliance with employment equity requirements.
  • Implement corrective measures to address identified disparities in the workplace.

Target Audience

This course is designed for HR practitioners, transformation managers, compliance officers, and anyone responsible for implementing employment equity and transformation initiatives in their organisation.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Employment Equity Legislation

Objectives:
• Understand the historical context and purpose of Employment Equity (EE) legislation in South Africa.
• Identify key provisions of the Employment Equity Act (EEA) and relevant Codes of Good Practice.
• Distinguish between designated and non-designated employers and their obligations.
• Explain the concept of affirmative action and its application to designated groups.
• Recognize the role of the Employment Equity Commission and the Labour Court.

Topics:
• Overview of South Africa's labour legislation framework
• Historical background: Apartheid and the need for EE
• Key definitions: designated groups, designated employers, reasonable accommodation
• Provisions of the Employment Equity Act (No. 55 of 1998) as amended
• Affirmative action measures and the Employment Equity Plan
• Reporting requirements: annual EE reports and income differentials
• Role of the Employment Equity Commission and enforcement mechanisms

Day 2: Industry Charters and Sector-Specific Requirements

Objectives:
• Identify the purpose and structure of industry charters in relation to EE.
• Analyse sector-specific employment equity targets and compliance criteria.
• Apply the principles of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) codes to employment equity.
• Evaluate the alignment between an organisation's EE plan and industry charter requirements.
• Understand the process of developing and submitting a sector-specific EE plan.

Topics:
• Overview of B-BBEE and its relationship to employment equity
• Key industry charters: Mining Charter, Financial Sector Code, etc.
• Elements of a sector code: ownership, management control, skills development, etc.
• Setting numerical targets for designated groups at various occupational levels
• Integrating EE plans with B-BBEE scorecards
• Case studies: compliance challenges in different sectors
• Practical exercise: mapping an organisation's current demographics against sector targets

Day 3: Implementation, Monitoring, and Practical Integration

Objectives:
• Develop a comprehensive Employment Equity Plan aligned with industry charters.
• Implement monitoring and reporting mechanisms for EE compliance.
• Conduct a workplace audit to identify underrepresentation and barriers.
• Address potential disputes and manage conflict related to EE implementation.
• Integrate EE principles into HR policies and organisational culture.

Topics:
• Conducting an employment equity audit: data collection and analysis
• Developing an EE plan: consultation, timelines, and measurable objectives
• Monitoring progress: quarterly reviews and annual reporting
• Handling grievances and disputes: internal processes and CCMA referrals
• Linking EE to talent management, recruitment, and promotion practices
• Creating an inclusive workplace culture: training and awareness programmes
• Final assessment: case study on developing a compliant EE plan for a designated employer

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

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75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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