Works Constitution Law Part 2 (BR 2)
Co-determination and design: The rights of the works council in social and personnel matters
You have successfully mastered the first steps as a works council member—now it's time to get down to business! In this basic seminar, you will delve deeper into the world of co-determination. Learn how to act confidently in social and personnel matters and effectively exercise your rights under the Works Constitution Act (BetrVG). Whether it's working hours, health protection, vacation, or personnel measures, you will learn how to actively participate in shaping the workplace, meet your employer on equal terms, and make legally sound decisions. With many practical examples and clear tips for action, you will be well prepared for the daily challenges you face on the committee.
Your seminar content
Works Council: More than just a project
- Your role as a works council member
- Legal basics of works council work
- Insight into the various roles within the works council
Company co-determination at a glance
- 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 for works council work
- Works council remuneration: The continued pay principle
- Your right to training and further education
The tasks of the works council
- Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, works agreements, and other guidelines by the employer
- Promoting equality and work-life balance
- Integrating severely disabled people and other vulnerable individuals
- Securing employment within the company
- Promoting occupational health and safety measures
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 notes
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 the 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 seminar day
1.30 p.m.: Welcome & start of the seminar
15.15 hrs: Tea and coffee break
approx. 17.00 hrs: End of the seminar day
Further seminar days
Last seminar day
9.00 a.m.: Start of the seminar
10.30 a.m.: Tea and coffee break
approx. 12.00 p.m. End of the seminar
