[L214] HOW DOES THE CCMA PROCESS WORK?

The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), was established as an independent, apolitical dispute resolution body in terms of the Labour Relations Act (LRA). CCMA processes aim to promote fair labour practices and resolve labour disputes in the workplace. An employee can refer a dispute to the CCMA based on dismissal, wages and working conditions, unfair labour practice, workplace changes and discrimination. Most cases referred to the CCMA relate to unfair dismissal.
CCMA processes: the three basics
• Conciliation: This is an informal process where a commissioner is appointed to meet with the parties to a dispute within 30 days after the referral and explore ways to resolve the dispute by mutual agreement. Separate meetings between the commissioner and each party may also be held. If the case is settled, a settlement agreement is signed, and the dispute is resolved.
• Arbitration: This is a hearing process where the parties can state their case. During the process, oral evidence is presented as well as any other forms of evidence in support of a party’s case. Thereafter the commissioner will issue an arbitration award within 14 days. An arbitration award is binding and the equivalent of a court ruling.
• Conciliation/Arbitration (“Con/Arb”): This is an ongoing process where conciliation and arbitration follow directly after each other on the same day.
A party that is not satisfied with the arbitration award, can within 6 weeks thereof, apply to the Labour Court to review the arbitration award.
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00:00 Introduction
00:29 The CCMA
00:54 How to take it to the Labour Court
01:17 Condonation Application
01:38 Form 7.11
01:58 CCMA Proceedings
02:40 CCMA Ruling
03:28 Summary
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Labour Relations Act - South Africa
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[@bravebanda4554]

Please I need your help,
I have a case concerning unfair Dismissal,
On arbitration day I was late for the hearing coz of public transportation due to loadsheding.
So I did re applied for another hearing 3 months ago,
So I want to know how long does it take for the commissioner to accept or deny my re application?

[@legalleaderssouthafricanla7309]

Thank you for your comment!
How did you "re-apply"? Please do not hesitate to contact me via our website at Legal Leaders - Moolla Attorneys Inc. for further assistance or information.
You may give us a call or send me an email, and I will try to assist you further.

[@Clynton00]

What happens if the award is not provided by the commisoner within 14 days? Aren't commisoners meant to comply with thr 14 day rule. And if it goes over that period what can be done?

[@emmanuelndlela1667]

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[@legalleaderssouthafricanla7309]

Hi Mrc5754,
Email the CCMA with your case reference (case number) and request an update
You can also phone the CCMA and ask them for an update