a) Sections 10 and 11 of the Labour Act 2003, Act 651 explicitly state the rights and duties of employers and employees to facilitate a harmonious working relationship between the two parties.

Required:
State FIVE (5) duties of both the employers and employees as stated in the Labour Act.

Duties of Employers:

  1. Provide Work and Necessary Tools:
    Employers must provide work and appropriate raw materials, machinery, equipment, and tools required for the job.
    (1 mark)
  2. Pay Remuneration:
    Employers are required to pay the agreed remuneration at the time and place agreed upon in the contract of employment or collective agreement, without unauthorized deductions.
    (1 mark)
  3. Ensure Safety and Health:
    Employers must take practicable steps to ensure that workers are free from risk of personal injury or damage to health during and in the course of their employment.
    (1 mark)
  4. Develop Human Resources:
    Employers should develop the human resources of the organization by providing training and retraining for workers.
    (1 mark)
  5. Maintain Disciplinary Procedures:
    Employers must provide and ensure the operation of an adequate procedure for disciplining workers.
    (1 mark)

Duties of Employees:

  1. Work Conscientiously:
    Employees are expected to work diligently in their lawfully chosen occupation.
    (1 mark)
  2. Regular and Punctual Attendance:
    Employees must report for work regularly and punctually.
    (1 mark)
  3. Enhance Productivity:
    Employees are required to contribute to enhancing the productivity of the organization.
    (1 mark)
  4. Exercise Due Care:
    Employees must exercise due care in the execution of their assigned work.
    (1 mark)
  5. Obey Lawful Instructions:
    Employees are obligated to obey lawful instructions regarding the organization and execution of their work.
    (1 mark)