Remuneration and HR Training Courses
Managing a Section 189
Retrenchment Process
In-House
2-day course
This course ensures that you will have the knowledge to manage both small- and large-scale retrenchment processes in line with the Code of Good Practice on Dismissals, ensuring both procedural and substantive fairness, as per the Labour Relations Act.
Introduction
The course outlines the mandatory consultation process for employers considering dismissals for operational reasons (retrenchment), requiring fair, transparent consultations with employees or unions to try and avoid or minimise job losses, covering reasons, alternatives, selection criteria, and severance pay, so as to ensure procedural fairness to prevent unfair dismissal claims.
Who is this course aimed at?
Line Managers, HR Professionals, and Union Representatives.
Course content and outcomes
At the conclusion of this course, the delegate should understand:
- How to implement a Section 189 process according to the Labour Relations Act (LRA);
- The requirements of a Section 189(3) notice to initiate meaningful engagement before any final decision is made;
- Understand the rules that apply to companies employing less than 50 employees and those employing more than 50 employees;
- How a severance package is calculated;
- What constitutes unfair retrenchment;
- What recourse is available for an employee who is unfairly dismissed.
Are there any prerequisites for attending this course?
No.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by SABPP, and CPD points will be awarded to delegates who complete the course.
In-house Training Rates
All our courses can be run In-house and can be customised to suit your organisation’s needs.
- 1-10 delegates: a flat daily rate of R26 775.00
- PLUS a daily fee for each additional delegate of R3 000.00
2026 Public Training Courses,
Rates and Booking
We run a select few of our most popular in-house courses as Public Courses during the year.
Please click on the table below for a larger view of the 2026 Public Course Dates.
- 1-day courses:
R6900.00 ex. VAT per delegate; - 2-day courses:
R13 800.00 ex. VAT per delegate - 3-day courses:
R20 700.00 ex. VAT per delegate; - 4-day courses:
R27 600.00 ex. VAT per delegate - 5-day courses:
R34 500.00 ex. VAT per delegate
Please note that all public training courses require upfront payment by your organisation. If any delegate cannot attend, they may transfer their place on the course to any other person from the organisation. Terms & Conditions will be sent to you on booking.
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