Negotiating contracts by way of e-mail exchange can create rights and obligations between the parties which are legally binding and enforceable unless that eventuality is expressly excluded. Section 22(1) of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECTA) provides that “an agreement is not without legal force and effect merely because it was concluded, partly […]
On 1 April 2016, the Highveld branch handed over training stipends from the Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) to the value of some R53 580. The recipients were electrical contracting companies Funganani Electrical and Immelman Electrical. Speaking at the event, ECA(SA) national directior Mark Mfikoe noted that the handover of the funds was a “milestone” […]
I have again realised that our members do not understand the workings of this industry. I refer specifically to the structures and/or institutions active in the industry. I will use this article to explain the different entities in a manner that makes sense to me as an electrician. The Electrical Contracting Board (ECB) The […]
This is a continuation of our series on the management of discipline in the workplace. In this edition, we continue with the necessary steps preceding the implementation of disciplinary measures. Preparing for a disciplinary hearing Purpose of a disciplinary hearing The reasons for holding a disciplinary hearing are generally to: Establish the full facts […]
The ECA Bosveld Region invites you to attend the Earthing, Bonding and Lightning course to be held in Centurion, Gauteng, on 4 and 5 April 2016. This course is developed specifically to provide a good introduction, essential background and level of understanding for people associated with or delivering service in the requirements for the earthing […]
The Labour Relations Act, Act 66 of 1995 was amended with effect 1 January 2015. One of the focal points of this amendment was to offer greater protection to vulnerable employees. Such employees can be defined broadly as employees traditionally supplied by labour brokers (s198); employees employed on limited duration basis (s198B) and employees in […]
This is part two of our series on the management of discipline in the workplace. In this issue, we focus on the steps preceding the implementation of disciplinary measures. Gathering the facts The issue of discipline may arise as a result of a complaint or a suspicion of misconduct. It is advisable to gather certain […]
The ECA(SA) Bosveld region invites you to be part of this valuable course, which also forms part of the unit standard requirement by the Department of Labour (DoL) when applying for a Wireman’s License. The course will be presented on 21 April; 12 May; 14 July; 18 August; 15 September and 10 November 2016 at the ECA […]
We trust that our members are energised and ready for the challenges that 2016 will present. We are pleased to inform you of the following: Marketing campaign: Algoa FM The ECA(SA) radio advertising campaign with Algoa FM started on 1 July 2015 and will run until 30 June 2016. We have received good and positive feedback […]
The mission of the ECA(SA) is “to promote and create an environment conducive to the profitable and efficient operation of electrical contracting businesses to the benefit of both members and their clients”. In line with this mission, we partnered with Dynamic Energy Analysis and Management (DEAM) to launch smart technology-enabled marketing of our members’ […]
