3.1 Name any FOUR human rights in the workplace - NSC Business Studies - Question 3 - 2022 - Paper 2

Health and safety representatives play a crucial role in ensuring workplace safety by:

• Identifying potential dangers in the workplace and reporting them.
• Ensuring that protective clothing is available to all workers.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of safety measures and ensuring they are in place and followed.
• Assisting workers with any health and safety concerns they may have.

1. Zuki and Jane expressed their views separately during the pre-negotiation meeting.
2. They were advised to refer the matter to the CCMA if they were not happy with the outcome.

1. Acknowledging the existence of the conflict and identifying the cause.
2. Arranging a time and place for discussions to ensure all parties are involved.
3. Encouraging open communication to express viewpoints clearly.
4. Collaborating to find common ground and potential solutions.

Businesses can address unemployment through various methods:

• Providing skills development and training opportunities to increase employability.
• Offering internships and learnerships to help individuals gain practical experience.
• Creating job opportunities and promoting entrepreneurship to foster self-employment.

1. Taxation/Tax evasion - TC did not declare all their income to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) for the previous financial year.
2. Unfair advertising - TC uses fine print to hide important information when promoting their products.

CSR initiatives can have significant positive impacts on communities, such as:

• Improving community facilities through education programs and bursaries.
• Enhancing the standards of living by supporting local projects.
• However, CSR can also have drawbacks like creating dependency on external support or misallocation of resources, particularly in economically strained environments.