Cannabis Use in the Workplace has become increasingly common due to changing legal and social attitudes. However, its use presents important considerations in the workplace, particularly where safety, productivity, and performance are concerned.
Absenteeism in the workplace refers to frequent or habitual absence from work without valid or approved reasons. While occasional absence is unavoidable, persistent absenteeism can disrupt operations, reduce productivity, and place additional strain on colleagues who must compensate for the missing employee.
In South African labour law, taking time off work due to illness requires a medical certificate. However, the submission of a suspicious or fraudulent medical certificate or then sick note scams does not automatically warrant dismissal.