- 10 Marks
Question
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.
Answer
Duties of Employers:
- Provide Work and Necessary Tools:
Employers must provide work and appropriate raw materials, machinery, equipment, and tools required for the job.
(1 mark) - 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) - 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) - Develop Human Resources:
Employers should develop the human resources of the organization by providing training and retraining for workers.
(1 mark) - Maintain Disciplinary Procedures:
Employers must provide and ensure the operation of an adequate procedure for disciplining workers.
(1 mark)
Duties of Employees:
- Work Conscientiously:
Employees are expected to work diligently in their lawfully chosen occupation.
(1 mark) - Regular and Punctual Attendance:
Employees must report for work regularly and punctually.
(1 mark) - Enhance Productivity:
Employees are required to contribute to enhancing the productivity of the organization.
(1 mark) - Exercise Due Care:
Employees must exercise due care in the execution of their assigned work.
(1 mark) - Obey Lawful Instructions:
Employees are obligated to obey lawful instructions regarding the organization and execution of their work.
(1 mark)
- Tags: Employee Rights, Employer Obligations, Human Resources, Labour Act
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: HR - Other Human Resources functions
- Series: JULY 2023
- Uploader: Kwame Aikins