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Legal Disclaimer: These are general-purpose templates and do not constitute legal advice. For complex or high-value matters, consult a qualified South African attorney.
SARS-compliant tax invoice with all required fields — VAT number, invoice number, line items and totals.
Send before a job begins. Confirms pricing and scope. Used for deposits and advance payments.
Track all invoices, payments and outstanding balances for a client. Essential for monthly billing.
Accompanies goods on delivery. Lists items and captures client signature as proof of receipt.
Track employee or contractor hours daily and weekly. Auto-calculates totals. Used for billing and payroll.
Generate compliant payslips. Includes UIF, PAYE and deductions. Required by the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
LRA-compliant contract for casual and temporary workers. Covers terms, rates, hours and BCEA requirements.
LRA-compliant written warning for misconduct or poor performance. Documents the warning as required by SA labour law.
Record job details, materials, labour hours and client sign-off. Essential for every trade job.
Track outstanding defects on construction projects. Records item, responsible party and completion status.
Construction Industry Development Board compliance checklist. Required for government and formal project tenders.
OHS Act compliant risk assessment. Required on all SA construction sites. Identifies hazards and control measures.
OHS Act compliant induction register for construction sites. Every worker must sign before commencing work. Includes 10 induction topics, 20 worker rows and acknowledgement statement.
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Personal Protective Equipment issue register. Records PPE issued to each worker including hard hat, boots, hi-vis vest, gloves, goggles, ear plugs, dust mask and harness.
Section 8 Compliant
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Site emergency contact sheet with national emergency numbers pre-filled (112, 10111, 10177). Includes site contacts, assembly point and evacuation procedure. Print and post on site.
Post on site — visible to all
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Formalise your relationship with subcontractors. Covers scope, payment, liability and SA building regulation compliance.
🏢 Your Business
Your details as the service provider.
👤 Client Details
🛠️ Services & Terms
📋 Service Agreement
🏢 Your Business
👤 Client
📋 Quote Details
✅ Quote Acceptance Letter
🏢 Your Business & Banking
👤 Client & Terms
💳 Payment Terms Letter
🏢 Disclosing Party
The party sharing confidential information.
👤 Receiving Party
📋 Agreement Details
🔒 Non-Disclosure Agreement
⚠ When to use: Send this before a Letter of Demand. It gives the client a final opportunity to pay before legal action.
🏢 Your Business
👤 Client & Invoice Details
⚠️ Late Payment Notice
Important: SA labour law presumes employment. This agreement establishes genuine independent contractor status.
🏢 Client / Engaging Party
🧑💼 Contractor & Terms
🤝 Independent Contractor Agreement
Note: A partnership in SA creates joint and several liability. Consider a (Pty) Ltd for significant financial exposure.
🤝 Partners
🏢 Partnership Details
🏢 Business Partnership Agreement
⚖ Legal Step: Required before filing in Magistrate’s Court or Small Claims Court. Send via email AND registered post. Keep proof of delivery.
🏢 Creditor (Your Business)
👤 Debtor & Claim Details
📮 Letter of Demand
FAQ
Common Questions
Are these documents legally valid in South Africa?
These templates reference SA common law and relevant legislation. They are suitable for general use. For high-value or complex matters, consult a qualified SA attorney.
Do I need to register or pay to use these?
No. All documents are completely free. No account required, no credit card, no hidden fees — both the downloadable templates and the generators.
When should I use a Letter of Demand?
Send after a Late Payment Notice has been ignored. It is required before filing in the Magistrate’s Court or Small Claims Court (claims under R20,000). Send via email AND registered post.
Can I edit the downloaded templates?
Yes. Word and Excel files open in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, or LibreOffice. Generated documents can be saved as PDF directly from your browser using the Print button.
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