Dishonesty related to work attendance

DISHONESTY IN ATTENDANCE PRACTICES
😂If you come across someone who does this in real life, please remember the following cases that led to dismissal due dishonesty related to work attendance.
In the case of Sibanye Rustenburg Platinum Mine v. Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union obo Sono and Others (May 2024), the court confirmed that submitting forged sick notes is grounds for dismissal due to its inherent dishonesty and fraud. This verdict aligns with previous judgments, such as:
🏥 Legal Aid South Africa v. Ockert Jansen (2001) - Employee dismissed for altering medical certificate dates.
🏥Woolworths v. CCMA and Others (2020) - Employee dismissed for attending a rugby game while booked off sick.
🏥G4S Secure Solutions SA (Pty) Ltd v. CCMA & Others (2020) - Employee dismissed for submitting a false medical certificate.
🏥South African Revenue Services v. CCMA and Others (2024) - Employee dismissed for attending a protest while on sick leave.
These cases highlight that dishonesty in attendance practices severely undermines the trust relationship between employer and employee.
Maintaining integrity in the workplace is essential for both productivity and trust. Employers are right to enforce strict policies against fraudulent sick notes, ensuring fairness and accountability.
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