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LLW2601
ASSESSMENT 2
SEMESTER 1 2024
LLW2601
Individual Labour Law
15 Marks
Due Date: 17 April 2024
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LLW2601 ASSESSMENT 2
ASSIGNMENT 2
Alex graduated in 2023 with a project management degree from UNISA. He is contracted to
BuildRite Construction (BuildRite) as an "independent contractor". According to the terms of
his contract, Alex will be responsible for his own taxes and will not receive any employee
benefits including paid time off.
Since commencing his work at BuildRite, Alex has been provided with all the equipment he
needs to perform his tasks. He is also regularly assigned to different construction sites by the
BuildRite HR administrator. In addition to requiring that Alex be available at any site office
BuildRite assigns to him, his work hours are also determined by the company. Alex has been
told that he may not appoint any person to perform his tasks on his behalf. He has also been
warned that taking on projects with other construction firms will amount to a breach of contract.
Alex’s annual compensation is approximately R256 110,59, which amount exceeds the Basic
Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) earnings threshold by R15 000,00.
LLW2601
ASSESSMENT 2
SEMESTER 1 2024
LLW2601
Individual Labour Law
15 Marks
Due Date: 17 April 2024
Page 2 of 2
LLW2601 ASSESSMENT 2
ASSIGNMENT 2
Alex graduated in 2023 with a project management degree from UNISA. He is contracted to
BuildRite Construction (BuildRite) as an "independent contractor". According to the terms of
his contract, Alex will be responsible for his own taxes and will not receive any employee
benefits including paid time off.
Since commencing his work at BuildRite, Alex has been provided with all the equipment he
needs to perform his tasks. He is also regularly assigned to different construction sites by the
BuildRite HR administrator. In addition to requiring that Alex be available at any site office
BuildRite assigns to him, his work hours are also determined by the company. Alex has been
told that he may not appoint any person to perform his tasks on his behalf. He has also been
warned that taking on projects with other construction firms will amount to a breach of contract.
Alex’s annual compensation is approximately R256 110,59, which amount exceeds the Basic
Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) earnings threshold by R15 000,00.
