Compliance with the Workers’ Rights Act 2019: Termination, Disciplinary Action, Grievance Procedures, and Equal Opportunity

Speaker

Jessyca Joyekurun
About The Speaker

Join us for an enriching training session led by Jessyca Joyekurun!

With a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Kent, a Postgraduate Diploma in HR from the University of Wales, and an Executive Course from Yale University, Jessyca brings over a decade of expertise in Human Resources, HR outsourcing, and Employment Law Advisory.

Her extensive experience as a Paralegal for various management companies in Mauritius, combined with her advisory work in Mauritius, Tanzania, and Madagascar, equips her with deep insights into employment law and effective procedures.

Upcoming Event

Compliance with the Workers’ Rights Act 2019: Termination, Disciplinary Action, Grievance Procedures, and Equal Opportunity

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  • October 14th, 2025
  • Voila Bagatelle
  • 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
  • Rs 15,000 (MQA approved & HRDC refundable)
Course Details
Learning Outcomes
  • Participants will be equipped with the knowledge to handle employee terminations, grievances, and disciplinary matters in full compliance with the Workers Rights Act.
  • Enhanced understanding of legal requirements related to redundancy and retirement, ensuring proper adherence to employee entitlements.
  • Ability to conduct fair and transparent disciplinary hearings, ensuring due process and minimizing legal risks.
  • Participants will understand how to handle grievances effectively, leading to improved employee relations and workplace harmony.
  • Increased ability to navigate complex issues such as wrongful termination, redundancy disputes, and retirement-related claims.
  • Familiarity with best practices for handling terminations and exit processes while maintaining a positive company culture.
Target Attendees
  • HR Managers and Officers
  • Employee Relations Specialists
  • Line Managers and Supervisors
  • Compliance and Legal Officers
  • Business Owners
  • Senior Management
  • Anyone responsible for managing employee relations, terminations, or disciplinary procedures within an organization
Workshop Modules

1. Comprehend Recent Legislative Changes:

  • Overview of the legal framework on employment termination
  • Key provisions of the Workers Rights Act relating to termination of employment
  • Differences between lawful and unlawful termination
  • Employer obligations and employee rights during termination

2. Grievance Handling Procedures:

  • Defining workplace grievances and the importance of addressing them
  • Legal provisions for grievance redressal mechanisms under the Workers Rights Act
  • Step-by-step grievance handling process
  • Preventing grievances through proactive employee engagement

3. Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Provisions:

  • Understanding equal opportunity laws under the Workers Rights Act
  • Prohibitions against discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, disability, etc.
  • Ensuring fairness in hiring, promotions, and termination processes
  • Best practices for fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace
  • Legal implications of failing to comply with equal opportunity laws
  • How to prevent discrimination claims and ensure diversity in the workplace

4. Disciplinary Hearing Procedures:

  • The role of disciplinary hearings in managing employee behavior
  • Legal requirements for conducting a fair disciplinary hearing
  • Stages of a disciplinary process
  • Documenting disciplinary actions and ensuring compliance
  • Appeals and dispute resolution options following a disciplinary hearing

5. Redundancy and Retrenchment

  • Definition and legal basis for redundancy under the Workers Rights Act
  • The process of determining and justifying redundancy (business reasons, economic downturn, etc.)
  • Employee rights during redundancy
  • Redundancy process
  • Legal considerations in managing redundancy (e.g., avoiding discriminatory practices)

6. Retirement Procedures:

  • Legal provisions for employee retirement under the Workers Rights Act
  • Age of retirement, retirement benefits, and pension schemes
  • Options for early retirement and voluntary retirement schemes
  • Employee rights upon retirement
  • Disputes and issues related to retirement, including forced retirement

7. Best Practices for Managing Termination and Employee Exit:

  • Developing clear company policies on termination, grievance handling, and discipline
  • Employee exit interviews: Purpose and best practices
  • Mitigating legal risks during termination (e.g., wrongful dismissal, redundancy disputes)
  • Providing support for employees post-termination (career counseling, outplacement services)
  • How to maintain morale and company reputation during a restructuring or large-scale termination event
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