QUESTION $1$

$(40$ Marks$)$

Demonstrate your thorough understanding of the concept of employment relations. Analyse how the multidimensional nature and societal embeddedness of contemporary employment relations in South Africa contribute to its ranking as having the worst employer$-$employee relations. Provide specific examples from the artucle to support your analysis.

QUESTION $2$

$(20$ Marks$)$

Healthy employment relations are key to the success of an industry and economy. With reference to the negative consequences of poor employment relations noted in the article, discuss factors for the need for and importance of employment relations.

QUESTION $3$

$(20$ Marks$)$

$"$If there is little or no trust cooperation suffers, and the conflict escalates quickly resulting in a severe damage in the relationship costing money and employee efficiency."

Identify and elaborate on strategies for minimising the potential for conflict and resolving conflicts effectively. Additionally, outline a step$-$by$-$step approach to handling and resolving conflicts, emphasising the key actions and considerations for achieving a mutually acceptable solution.

QUESTION $4$

$(20$ Marks$)$

$"...$there is little evidence of workplace relations today living up to the stated purposes of the Labour Relations Act".

Evaluate and discuss the effectiveness of the Labour Relations Act in promoting harmonious labour relations and conflict resolution in South Africa.