This week on Labour Matters, attorney Michelle Russell looks at the legality of employers requiring workers who are unvaccinated or choose not to reveal their status, should submit negative PCR Tests on a regular basis.
This amounts to a change in the terms of employment and also goes against some sections of the Employment Rights Act.
Who is responsible for paying for PCR tests?
Who is liable for adverse effects on the worker?
What about those who are vaccinated?
Barbados’ Chief Medical Officer, The Most Honourable Dr Kenneth George, recently announced Government was abandoning the idea of COVID-19 safe zones. He said they were not applicable in an Omicron environment. Labour attorney Michelle M. Russell discusses this and the implications for vaccine mandates in the workplace. She also shares her perspective on the backlash teachers are facing in calling for a safe environment in which to work. ...
Teachers and their unions rejected a proposal from the Ministry of Education to teach vacation school. In the episode of Labour Matters, attorney and social activist Michelle M. Russell discusses the legal issues around vacation, burn out on the job and the importance of rest. She also spoke with a long-time teacher to get an idea of how they coped with the challenges of teaching online, COVID restrictions, the ashfall and managing their own lives. Coverage brought to you by eWallet by MassyCard @massycardbb ...
Is your workplace engaging in toxic practices? Are employers infringing on your rights or using emotional blackmail? In this week’s episode of Labour Matters, attorney and social activist Michelle M. Russell discusses how to set healthy boundaries in the workplace, what your rights are as an employee under the Shops Act or Common Law and how to recognise toxic workplace practices. ...
