Course in Impact of Key Labor Laws in the Workplace

Impact of Key Labor Laws in the Workplace is a specialized training program presented by Geneva Institute of Business Management, designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of essential labor laws and how they affect daily operations and relationships in the modern workplace. This course aims to bridge the gap between legal frameworks and practical HR management by highlighting core labor law principles, legal responsibilities, and compliance requirements. By developing awareness of employment rights and employer obligations, participants will be better equipped to foster legally sound and fair workplaces that uphold dignity, safety, and equity.

Target Group

• Human Resource professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge of employment law.

• Department heads and line managers involved in employee supervision or decision-making.

• Compliance officers and legal advisors within the organization.

• Business owners and entrepreneurs aiming to ensure legal HR practices.

• Payroll and benefits administrators responsible for compensation compliance.

• Government and non-government professionals dealing with labor policies and worker rights.

Objectives

• Understand the core structure and principles of labor laws applicable in various sectors.

• Identify key elements of employment contracts and their legal implications.

• Gain clarity on working hours, leave entitlements, and wage protections.

• Learn about employee rights, employer obligations, and occupational safety laws.

• Understand legal procedures for discipline, termination, and dispute resolution.

• Stay updated with recent labor law reforms and apply legal compliance strategies effectively.

Course Outline

• • Employee Rights and Workplace Protections

    • Safe and healthy working environment standards

    • Protection against wrongful termination

    • Access to professional training and development

    • Legal safeguards from workplace harassment

  • Employer Legal Obligations

    • Proper recordkeeping and documentation

    • Social insurance and medical coverage laws

    • Provision of personal protective equipment

    • Incident and injury reporting obligations

      • Working Hours and Leave Policies

        • Legal standards for daily and weekly hours

        • Overtime regulations and compensations

        • Public, annual, sick, and special leave types

        • Employer responsibilities in time management

      • Wages and Compensation

        • Statutory minimum wage requirements

        • Legal methods for salary payments

        • Deductions and withholdings under the law

        • End-of-service benefits and final settlements

          • Introduction to Labor Law Framework

            • Definition and scope of labor legislation

            • Sources of labor law and regulatory authorities

            • Legal basis for employment relationships

            • Equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies

          • Employment Contracts and Terms

            • Types and classifications of employment agreements

            • Essential clauses and legal conditions

            • Duration, renewal, and termination rules

            • Unlawful contract terms and their consequences

  • Disciplinary Actions and Dismissals

    • Legal basis for warnings and penalties

    • Progressive discipline procedures

    • Lawful vs. unlawful dismissal grounds

    • Entitlements after termination

  • Labor Dispute Resolution Mechanisms

    • Internal grievance handling procedures

    • Role of labor departments and regulators

    • Arbitration and judicial resolution options

    • Legal implications of verdicts and rulings

  • Labor Law in Evolving Work Environments

    • Legal considerations for remote and hybrid work

    • Flexible work arrangements and gig economy laws

    • Temporary and seasonal employment rules

    • Globalization and cross-border employment impacts

  • Legal Updates and Compliance Practices

    • Monitoring amendments to labor law

    • Developing internal legal compliance programs

    • Aligning workplace policies with legislation

    • Promoting a legally aware organizational cultur