Tag: alcohol consumption
Alcohol and tightropes don’t mix
While alcohol-related offences can sometimes merit dismissal, this is not always the case. For example, where the employee has clinically been shown to be an alcoholic, treatment rather than punishment should be implemented. This is due to the employee’s incapacity. However, incapacity is not the only factor that could render such a dismissal unfair.
Alcohol and drug testing – some do’s and don’ts for employers
The law on intoxicating substances in the workplace is clear. The Occupational Health and Safety Act places a strict obligation on employers to ensure that they do not allow entry to the workplace if an individual is intoxicated, whether under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
COVID-19 compliance – where does alcohol fit in for businesses?
Since March 2020, South Africans have had to comply with various COVID-19 restrictions implemented by the government to contain the spread of the virus. To this end, businesses have dealt with limitations on capacity and their operational hours, while patrons must meet face mask and sanitisation requirements.
Work from home – drinking on the job
Working from home has become a normal part of business life, a part that is unlikely to come to a crashing halt any time soon. Within this new normal are casual clothes, comfortable working conditions, as well as less time spent in cars and chatting around the water cooler.
