1740 The conduct of an arbitration

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1740 The Conduct of an Arbitration

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. The CCMA Guidelines
3. Stage 1: preparation and introduction
4. Stage 2: Preliminary issues
5. Stage 3 Narrowing the issues
6. Stage 4 Hearing of Evidence

6.1        The inquisitorial approach: the law

6.2        The inquisitorial approach: the skills

6.3        The adversarial  approach

6.4        Hearing evidence

7. Stage 5 Argument
8. An arbitrator’s duties

8.1        To conduct the arbitration fairly [and quickly]

8.2        To take account of any Code of Good Practice

8.3        To follow precedent

8.4        To keep a record of the arbitration

8.5        Determine the real dispute between the parties

8.6        Apply legal principles appropriately

8.7        Not to be biased

8.7.1         There must be a factual basis on which the allegation of bias is based.

8.7.2         The fact/s must not be based on discriminatory grounds.

8.7.3         The person apprehending bias be a reasonable person.

8.7.4         The apprehension itself must in the circumstances be reasonable.

8.8        To find facts and resolve disputes of fact

8.9        To guide the process and parties where necessary

8.10      To promote social justice