We live in a multicultural society where people live longer and expect to work for longer.  People with disabilities should also be easily assimilated into the workforce.

RISK 

• If an employer discriminates against an employee on the grounds of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or age, it is unlawful and the employer will be liable to pay compensation.

• There is no upper limit on that compensation.

• An employer can be liable if he discriminates directly against an individual or has a work practice that indirectly discriminates against an employee.

• An employer can be liable even if the discrimination is by a fellow employee.

• Discrimination can also occur at the recruitment stage

SOLUTION

• Employers should have policies in force to prevent discrimination during recruitment and thereafter.