Employment Act Myths Managers Still Believe
Informal “everyone knows” rules create inconsistent treatment and avoidable disputes.
Manager folklore is not policy
When supervisors invent local rules, employees experience unfairness even if HR policy is sound. The risk is not only legal — it is culture: people compare notes across departments.
Myths to challenge in briefing
- “Verbal warnings never need records”
- “Probation means no process”
- “Overtime is always at manager discretion with no trail”
- “Resignation handovers are optional if the person is junior”
Better habit
Teach managers where to check — policy first, HR second — before improvising. A one-page manager FAQ beats a long handbook nobody opens under pressure.
Build supervisory literacy with structured learning
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General workplace guidance for awareness. Not legal advice. Confirm obligations with qualified counsel and your internal policy.