Reference no: EM133043723

COVID-19 is a highly transmittable disease that spreads when a person coughs, exhales or sneezes and releases droplets of the infected fluid in close proximity of people or on surfaces and other people get into contact with those surfaces. Due to the close proximity of employees in workplaces, it is imperative that employers consider the risks posed by the virus and the legislative obligations as employers. On any day they run the risk of their employees, business associates and even clients who are infected with the virus bringing it into the workplace. Critically evaluate the relevant labor and employee relations act which informs the following:

1. The duties of the employer and employee during COVID-19, in terms of the health and safety in the workplace and

2. The Acts and insurance contribution in place for employees, during the COVID1-19 pandemic, in the event of unemployment.