The Labour Relation Act specifies the rights and obligations of employees, and employers

through a focus of freedom of association, organisational rights, unfair dismissal, unfair labour
practice as well as strikes and lock outs. Employers and employees have responsibilities to each
other; they should also expect their rights to be upheld. These rights and responsibilities relate to
area s such as Health and Safety, the provision of Terms and Conditions of Employment, Equal
Opportunities and the right to be paid a Minimum Wage. Employers and employees need to have
some system for communicating their views and requirements to each other.