Labor Law Part 1
Fundamentals of labor law for works councils – practical and easy to understand
As a works council member, you are often the first point of contact when it comes to labor law issues—and that's exactly where this seminar comes in! In the basic seminar on labor law, part 1, you will learn the most important basic knowledge you need to support your colleagues confidently and competently. You will learn to recognize invalid contract clauses, correctly classify rights and obligations arising from employment relationships, and keep track of the most important laws – from hiring and contract types to termination issues. With many practical examples and clear explanations, you will be well-prepared for everyday works council work and lay the foundation for successful co-determination.
Your seminar content
Works council: More than just a project
- Your role as a works council member
- Legal basis of works council work
- Insight into the various roles within the works council
Overview of co-determination in the workplace
- The pyramid of labor law standards
- Collective rights vs. individual rights
- Works constitution law as the basis for works council work
- Reading and understanding paragraphs, sections, articles, and commentaries
Your personal rights as a works council member
- Those who get involved are protected: Protection rights and the prohibition of discrimination
- Time off work to carry out works council duties
- Works council remuneration: The continued payment of wages principle
- Your right to training and further education
The duties of the works council
The participation rights of the works council
- Rights to information and proposals
- Rights to instruction and consultation
- Co-determination rights
- Participation rights
- Organization of the works council
- How cooperation with the employer, unions, and other committees
- Important basics on works council meetings and works meetings
Important information
Would you like to participate flexibly?
Then take advantage of the opportunity to experience the seminar as a live webinar with practice cases – practical and convenient from anywhere.
Who is this seminar suitable for?
This seminar is ideal for you if you are new to the works council or would like to refresh your knowledge of works constitution law. Substitute members and representatives of the disabled employees' representative committee will also benefit from the content covered.
Your seminar schedule
First day of the seminar
1:30 p.m.: Welcome & start of seminar
3:15 p.m.: Tea and coffee break
Approx. 5:00 p.m.: End of seminar day
Additional seminar days
9:00 a.m.: Seminar begins 10:45 a.m.: Tea and coffee break 12:30 p.m.: Lunch break 3:15 p.m.: Tea and coffee break Approx. 5:00 p.m.: End of seminar day Followed by supporting program
Last day of the seminar
9:00 a.m.: Seminar begins 10:30 a.m.: Tea and coffee break Approx. 12:00 p.m.: End of seminar
