Introduction

Trade unions and workplace representation structures play a critical role in maintaining industrial harmony, employee rights protection, and fair labour practices. The role of a Shop Steward is increasingly becoming more complex due to evolving labour laws, workplace compliance standards, collective bargaining frameworks, and conflict resolution demands. Shop Steward Legal Responsibilities Training Course is designed to equip Shop Stewards with advanced knowledge of their legal responsibilities, statutory obligations, employee representation rights, and dispute handling competencies within modern workplaces.

The programme also strengthens practical capability in dispute resolution techniques, grievance handling procedures, negotiation strategies, and conflict mediation skills. Participants will gain hands-on understanding of labour relations systems, disciplinary hearings, arbitration processes, and workplace advocacy mechanisms. The training blends theory and practice to ensure Shop Stewards can confidently represent employees while ensuring compliance with employment law, organisational policies, and industrial relations best practices.

Programme Curriculum

Shop Steward Legal Responsibilities Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Understand Labour Law Compliance Frameworks
Apply Shop Steward Legal Duties & Responsibilities
Demonstrate Employee Representation Techniques
Master Workplace Grievance Procedures
Develop Dispute Resolution Strategies
Apply Collective Bargaining Principles
Strengthen Industrial Relations Management Skills
Handle Disciplinary Hearing Processes Effectively
Improve Negotiation and Mediation Skills
Interpret Employment Contracts & Policies
Manage Workplace Conflict Resolution Systems
Understand Arbitration & Conciliation Procedures
Build Ethical Leadership in Union Representation

Target Audience

Shop Stewards and Union Representatives
Human Resource Practitioners
Labour Relations Officers
Supervisors and Team Leaders
Workplace Committee Members
Union Officials and Organisers
Employee Relations Managers
Industrial Relations Practitioners

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Shop Stewardship & Labour Law

Role and responsibilities of a Shop Steward
Overview of labour legislation and workplace rights
Union structures and representation frameworks
Ethical conduct and accountability standards
Case Study: Misrepresentation in disciplinary proceedings and legal consequences

Module 2: Employment Law & Legal Compliance

Key employment laws and regulations
Rights of employees vs employer obligations
Compliance monitoring in workplaces
Legal risks in industrial relations
Case Study: Non-compliance leading to unfair dismissal ruling

Module 3: Grievance Handling Procedures

Steps in formal grievance processes
Documentation and reporting standards
Employee advocacy techniques
Escalation procedures and timelines
Case Study: Successful resolution of repeated harassment complaints

Module 4: Dispute Resolution Techniques

Conflict identification and analysis
Mediation and conciliation strategies
Negotiation frameworks (win-win approaches)
De-escalation communication techniques
Case Study: Resolving wage dispute without strike action

Module 5: Disciplinary Hearings & Representation

Preparing for disciplinary hearings
Rights of employees during hearings
Evidence presentation and cross-examination basics
Role of the Shop Steward in hearings
Case Study: Procedural unfairness overturned at arbitration

Module 6: Collective Bargaining & Negotiation

Collective bargaining structures and processes
Negotiation planning and strategy development
Handling employer resistance
Drafting and interpreting agreements
Case Study: Successful wage negotiation agreement outcome

Module 7: Arbitration, Conciliation & Industrial Action

Understanding arbitration procedures
Role of conciliation in dispute resolution
Legal requirements for strikes and industrial action
Risk management in labour disputes
Case Study: Strike prevention through CCMA intervention

Module 8: Leadership, Ethics & Workplace Relations

Ethical leadership in union representation
Building trust with management and employees
Communication and influence skills
Conflict prevention culture development
Case Study: Restoring workplace trust after major labour dispute

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Labour law compliance representation rights procedural knowledge ethical conduct

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Nov 02 2026

02 Nov — 06 Nov 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000